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2022 Community Builders Awards Winners

All 2022 winners of the Barrie Community Builders Awards presented by BarrieToday.com

Community Builders Awards: Youth-led environmental advocacy group wins this year’s Young Leader Award

Community Builders Awards: Youth-led environmental advocacy group wins this year’s Young Leader Award

The Simcoe County Environmental Youth Alliance works to inspire action when it comes to climate change
Community Builders Awards: Redwood Park Communities instills hope through housing here in Barrie

Community Builders Awards: Redwood Park Communities instills hope through housing here in Barrie

This year’s Unsung Hero is Redwood Park Communities, a multi-faceted organization that works to reduce the barriers faced by those experiencing homelessness
Community Builders Awards: Shak’s World builds strong athletes and leaders

Community Builders Awards: Shak’s World builds strong athletes and leaders

Shak’s World, the winner of the Sports and Recreation award, is dedicated to building a strong community and supporting sports development locally
Community Builders Awards: Ryan’s Hope carries on Ryan’s dream to help those struggling with mental health and addiction

Community Builders Awards: Ryan’s Hope carries on Ryan’s dream to help those struggling with mental health and addiction

Ryan’s Hope, the recipient of this year’s Legacy Award, was created by Ryan Nayler’s parents in honour of their son’s legacy
Community Builders Awards: Dr. Laura Crook a role model for family physicians in Barrie

Community Builders Awards: Dr. Laura Crook a role model for family physicians in Barrie

Many local families will know Dr. Laura Crook for having delivered more than 3,000 babies throughout her career
Community Builders Awards: Nature Barrie recognized as a pillar of our community

Community Builders Awards: Nature Barrie recognized as a pillar of our community

Group named Hall of Fame award winner for wildlife preservation and education efforts
Community Builders Awards: Dawid 'LiftiD' Kumidaj is dedicated to keeping Barrie clean for future generations

Community Builders Awards: Dawid 'LiftiD' Kumidaj is dedicated to keeping Barrie clean for future generations

The first winner of the Environment Award tidies our streets and makes cleaning fun
Community Builders Awards: Hailey Mills-Knapp helps students and educators thrive

Community Builders Awards: Hailey Mills-Knapp helps students and educators thrive

This year’s Education Award winner provides critical support in the special education sector at Simcoe County District School Board
Community Builders Awards: Shelly Skinner is a changemaker dedicated to uplifting Black-owned businesses in Barrie

Community Builders Awards: Shelly Skinner is a changemaker dedicated to uplifting Black-owned businesses in Barrie

Shelly Skinner, the winner of this year’s Economic Development Award, is an advocate for social justice and economic well-being who brings passion, leadership and drive to everything she does
Community Builders Awards: Barrie Public Art Committee inspires residents, connects community with the arts

Community Builders Awards: Barrie Public Art Committee inspires residents, connects community with the arts

This year’s Arts award recipient helps build a desire for artistic talent here in Barrie