Youth Awards Nominations + Softball Registration

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January 03, 2025

🏕️ Winter Break Camp – 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

👨‍🎨 Life Drawing in New West – 10:45 AM to 1:00 PM

🍔 Between 2 Buns  – 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM

🎸 Live Music at The Terminal - Mike Van Eyes – 8:30 PM to 11:30 PM

🎲 Friendsday Night Board Games – Doors open at 6:00 PM

👱‍♀️ Knotted: Rapunzel's Story – 7:30 PM

👜 Maker’s Alley – Massey Theatre

January 04, 2025

🎄 Christmas Tree Chip – 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM

🍩 B2B + Donuts – 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM

👱‍♀️ Knotted: Rapunzel's Story – 2:00 PM and 6:30 PM

🚲️ Youth Cycle Express: $2 Drop-in for Youth – (For youth ages 13 - 18) 4:00 PM to 4:45 PM

🕺 Saturday Dance Party at Georgie's – 10:00 PM to 1:00 AM

January 05, 2025

🎄 Christmas Tree Chip – 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM

🍩 B2B + Donuts – 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM

👱‍♀️ Knotted: Rapunzel's Story – 2:00 PM

🏈 Sunday and Monday Night Football – at the Terminal Pub

 🫡 Honor Youth Excellence: New West Youth Awards Seek Nominations

The New West Youth Awards are back for 2025, celebrating the incredible contributions of young people in New Westminster. Designed to recognize the positive impact of youth aged 13–18, the awards honor achievements in five categories: Leadership, Community Service, Athletics, Arts & Culture, and Sustainability. Additionally, the Adult Ally Award acknowledges adults, organizations, or businesses that go above and beyond to support youth on their path to success.

This annual initiative not only highlights individual accomplishments but also fosters a positive environment that inspires young people across the city.

What Do Nominees and Winners Receive?

All nominees will be invited to an in-person award ceremony on Thursday, May 1, 2025, where they’ll receive a New West Youth Legacy Package filled with exciting swag. Winners in each category will be awarded a $100 honorarium and a signed Letter of Recognition, an invaluable asset for future endeavors.

How to Nominate

Submitting a nomination is easy! The online nomination form will be available starting January 2025. Here’s what you’ll need to complete your submission:

1. The nominee’s name, address, phone, and email.

2. The nominee’s school and current grade.

3. A detailed story explaining why this individual deserves the award.

4. Your contact information and your relationship to the nominee.

Once you’ve gathered the details, submit your nomination and feel proud knowing you’re helping celebrate remarkable achievements in the community. Nominations close on March 15, 2025.

For more information, contact Youth Services Coordinator Paolo Zenone at [email protected] or 604-515-3801.

Award Categories

1. Leadership
   Recognizing youth who take on leadership roles, demonstrate responsibility, and initiate positive changes in their school or community.

2. Community Service
   Awarded to those who selflessly volunteer their time and energy to improve their community through ongoing contributions.

3. Athletics
   Celebrating youth who show a passion for sports, mentorship, and a commitment to making athletics an important part of their community.

4. Arts & Culture
   Honoring young artists, performers, or creators who promote the value of arts through mentoring, teaching, fundraising, or raising awareness.

5. Sustainability
   For youth committed to environmental causes, working tirelessly to protect the planet and bring about sustainable change.

6. Adult Ally
   Awarded to adults, businesses, or service clubs that provide exceptional support and mentorship to the youth in New Westminster.

Celebrate the future leaders, creators, and changemakers in your community by nominating someone today.

Visit newwestyouth.ca/youthawards to get started!

 🥎 Learn to Play or Join a Team: Softball Registration Deadlines Announced

The New Westminster Minor Softball Association (NWMSA) is now accepting registrations for the 2025 season. Whether your child is new to the game or ready to join a divisional team, this is the perfect opportunity to get involved in softball.

Registration Deadlines

• Learn to Play (LTP): Registrations are open until April 30, 2025.

• Divisional Teams: Players will participate in regular-season games scheduled between April and June 2025. Team assignments are expected to be finalized by March 15, 2025, to coordinate with Softball BC.

Divisional Team Placement

Players will be assigned to teams based on their age (birth year) and a first-come, first-serve basis. Team placement will follow NWMSA guidelines and depend on space availability. NWMSA prioritizes filling one team per division before forming additional teams.

Once a team reaches full capacity, additional players will be placed on a waiting list. They will either be added to a new team if it is formed or placed on an existing roster when spots become available.

Late Registrations

Depending on availability, late registrations for both Learn to Play and divisional teams may be accepted until April 30, 2025.

Important Notes

To register, participants must be members in good standing. Early registration is encouraged to help the NWMSA plan for the season and ensure all players are placed appropriately.

Get ready for an exciting season of softball! Visit the NWMSA website for more details

Complete your registration.

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