Teen Honour in the Arts Awards

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2022 Teen Honour in the Arts Award Recipient

Riegar Marks

Riegar Marks has been involved in theatre productions with more than 4 different companies in Kelowna, both starring in lead roles and volunteering off stage. Riegar does it all, from singing, directing, designing sets and even mentoring and tutoring younger students. This year, Riegar will be a student leader on a school trip to New York City, where he will have the opportunity to hone his skills while working with Broadway’s best. 

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The recipient of this award receives a $500 entrance scholarship to UBC Okanagan.


Award Criteria

  • Awarded to a youth who has made an outstanding contribution to Kelowna through cultural and/or artistic efforts.  
  • Must be between the ages of 13 and 19 as of Dec. 31, 2023.
  • Selections are based on the nominee's special accomplishments, contributions and awards for the year 2023.
  • Past information may be included, but should primarily be regarding the current award year.
  • Finalist selections are based solely on the information in the completed nomination package.

Nominations for the 49th annual Civic & Community Awards are now open until February 9, 2024. Please go to the online nomination form to submit a nomination.

Past Recipients of the Award
  • 2021 - Dryden Bennett
  • 2020 - Julius Brooker
  • 2019 - Sarah McIntyre
  • 2018 - Annette Bakala
  • 2017 - Madelyn Miyashita
  • 2016 - Andrew Kates
  • 2015 - Lauren Maier
  • 2014 - Antony Knight
  • 2013 - Mandy Jong
  • 2012 - Quinn Bates
  • 2011 - Hayley Manlove
  • 2010 - Grace Kim 
  • 2009 - Haley Blais
  • 2008 - Evan Kascak
  • 2007 - Chad Abrahamson
  • 2006 - Melissa Wilmot
  • 2005 - Carmen Harris
  • 2004 - Joshua Ferguson
  • 2003 - Devin Roth
  • 2002 - Mitchell Howanyk
  • 2001 - Greg Sawisky
  • 2000 - Meaghan McRae
  • 1999 - Joshua Ferguson
  • 1998 - Andrea Mattson
  • 1997 - Sally Midtdal
  • 1996 - Jeff Stearns
  • 1995 - Jennifer Parsons
  • 1994 - Julie Daskis
  • 1993 - Chris Richardson

 

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