Lethbridge (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta has recognized 25 individuals for their contributions to safer, stronger and more resilient communities through this year’s Community Justice Awards.
The biennial awards honour people whose work spans a wide range of community and justice services. Recipients include police officers, lawyers, correctional workers, victim advocates, youth volunteers and emergency management professionals.
The awards were presented during a ceremony in Lethbridge on October 2, highlighting the efforts of Albertans working to support victims, prevent crime and violence, strengthen access to justice and prepare communities for emergencies.
Public Safety and Emergency Services Minister Mike Ellis said the awards provide an opportunity to recognize community-level efforts that can often go unnoticed. He also praised this year’s recipients for their commitment to helping create safer communities.
Justice Minister and Attorney General Mickey Amery congratulated the honourees, noting their work reflects the dedication and innovation needed to strengthen communities across Alberta.
Nominations were considered across five areas: improving access to justice; supporting and representing victims; preventing and responding to crime and violence; helping offenders rehabilitate and successfully return to their communities; and strengthening disaster preparedness and resilience.
Held every two years, the Community Justice Awards recognize the people and organizations whose service contributes to Alberta’s justice system and the well-being of communities across the province.
