The awards celebrate Afro Caribbean youth living in Grey and Bruce Counties who demonstrate the following characteristics:

• Creativity
• Leadership
• Cultural Dignity
• Academic Merit
• Community Involvement
• Advocacy for Social Justice
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
• Inspires and empower others
• Music/Art/Drama/Dance
• Champion of change and opportunity for all

To tell us about a youth you would like to nominate complete the online form. You can also request a paper nomination form by calling 519-396-3468. The nominations will be open throughout the summer months. 

We would like to recognize the community partners and sponsors that have supported and sponsored these awards to date:

• Bruce Power
• NPX
• Vine Eye Care Walkerton
• Bruce County Museum & Cultural Centre
• Bruce County Library
• MEBAL Outreach
• Grey-Bruce Local Immigration Partnership

If your organization would like to support or sponsor this event, please contact the Municipality of Kincardine.

The award ceremony will take place on Saturday, October 26, 2024, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Davidson Centre in Kincardine. To find out more information about the event and how to nominate a youth visit the Afro Caribbean Youth Awards webpage or call 519-396-3468.

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Media Inquiries:
Andrea Clarke, Deputy Mayor
Municipality of Kincardine
519-396-3468