The Town of Renfrew is proud to announce the nominees for the 2025 Volunteer of the Year Awards! These awards recognize outstanding individuals and organizations who make a meaningful impact in our community through selfless service, leadership, and everyday acts of kindness.
This year’s nominees are:
Citizen of the Year
- Frank Belanger
- Margi Bond
- Charlene Riopelle
Community Champion of the Year
- Frank Belanger
- The Late Andrea Villamere
- Merv Warren
Non-Profit/Charity of the Year
- Renfrew & District Historical & Museum Society Inc.
- Renfrew County Voices
- Knights of Columbus Council 1916
Senior Volunteer of the Year
- Frank Belanger
- Ken Dick
- Pat McGregor
Youth Volunteer of the Year
- Keira Barter
- Marlee Lavoy
Winners will be announced during the Canada Day Award Ceremony on July 1st at 2:30 PM, taking place at the main entertainment stage in Ma-te-Way Park.
All nominees are warmly invited to attend and are welcome to bring guests, friends, or fellow members of their organization.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to all nominees for their dedication to building a stronger, more vibrant Renfrew. Your contributions are truly what make our town special.