2022 Nominees
Al Karasiuk
Dominic Wetrade
Melissa Johns
The Lawrie Hobart Volleyball Tournament (LHVT) is a larger event that is fun, high energy, and positive. It's also a great opportunity to showcase
Fort Smith thanks to the numerous generous volunteers that help out as much as they can, based on their interest and availability."
Q: “How did get involved with volunteering?”
A: “I started volunteering when I started teaching. It was a great way to build trust and connections with students outside of the classroom but also helped in the classroom during school hours.”
| FORT SMITH |
Melissa Johns
Dominic Wetrade
Melissa Johns
“ Volunteering is an opportunity to build relationships with others who share your values! Creating opportunities for our children requires volunteers, commitment, and an eager heart! Get involved!! ”
Q: “How did get involved with volunteering?”
A: “I started volunteering with Fort Smith Minor Hockey Association in 2014 when my son started to play hockey. There was a need for a Division Manager and I put my name forward. I find motivation from the youth (and my son) in my community! Ensuring all participants are registered, insured, and ready to skate!”
| FORT SMITH |
Dominic Wetrade
Dominic Wetrade
Rachel Daigneault-Durocher
“I have been involved with recreation since 2020. I really enjoy participating in recreation and advocating for it in Gameti.”
Q: “How did your first experience hosting the Mackenzie Youth Dene Games go?”
A: “I really enjoyed how independent the youth grew during the Mackenzie Youth Dene Games, and happy that MRA was able to visit our community and host programs.”
| GAMETI |
Rachel Daigneault-Durocher
Rachel Daigneault-Durocher
Rachel Daigneault-Durocher
“I like to see everyone come together for the love of the sport. My favorite thing about the community and volunteering is forming a “family” with teammates, and spectators. I love watching the young ones taking over the sport, especially my two boys.”
Q: Fun Fact -
"I have been volunteering for over 11 years."
| HAY RIVER |
Jackie Whelly
Rachel Daigneault-Durocher
Jackie Whelly
“I enjoy volunteering my time to soccer and the youth of Fort Simpson because I have always liked to play soccer and grew up in a soccer-orientated household. I had many opportunities to play and compete, now I want to give those same opportunities and more to the youth”
Q: What is your favourite thing about the recreation community?
A: “Spending time with the youth and giving my personal children time to spend with good role models”
| FORT SIMPSON |