LaSalle Awards of Excellence

Excellence in the Arts

Individual or group with consistent artistic excellence, originality, and a significant contribution to LaSalle’s cultural life. May also include recognition beyond LaSalle.

Emerging Artist Award

A new or developing artist under 30 or within the first five years of practice who demonstrates creative potential, personal growth, and engagement in LaSalle’s arts community.

Business Excellence Award (Under 15 Employees)

Business operating in LaSalle that shows growth, innovation, outstanding customer service, and active participation in community initiatives.

Business Excellence Award (15+ Employees)

Larger business with proven excellence in innovation, staff development, customer service, and significant community impact.

Professional Excellence Award

A professional who demonstrates strong ethical standards, innovation in their field, leadership, and a consistent record of volunteerism or civic involvement.

Young Professional Award

A business or professional leader under 40 who displays entrepreneurial spirit, career excellence, and involvement in community development or mentorship.

New Business of the Year

Business opened within the last 2 years that shows early success, creative service delivery, strong customer service, and positive contributions to LaSalle’s community or economy.

Excellence in Customer Service Award

Business or individual known for exceptional service, responsiveness, professionalism, and an outstanding reputation within the community based on customer feedback.

Legacy Award

Given to an individual or family with a minimum of 10 years of sustained, meaningful contributions that have left a lasting legacy in LaSalle. May be awarded posthumously.

Youth Leadership Award

A young person under 21 who shows initiative, leadership, and advocacy in the community or among their peers through volunteerism, activism, or civic participation.

Trailblazer Award

Honours a teacher who has demonstrated exceptional dedication, innovation, and leadership in education, making a lasting positive impact within the LaSalle community — regardless of their place of residence.

Councillor Desjarlais Community Champion Award

Individual, group, or organization that demonstrates leadership and compassion through exceptional volunteerism, civic engagement, or community impact projects.

Environmental Stewardship Award

Recognizes an individual, business, or not-for-profit in LaSalle that has shown outstanding dedication to environmental sustainability through practices, education, or advocacy. Nominees may demonstrate leadership in waste reduction, conservation, climate action, or community-based green initiatives.

Athlete of the Year

Must be a LaSalle resident or team member with notable athletic achievements in competitions. Demonstrates leadership, teamwork, and sportsmanship both on and off the field, and serves as a role model for others.

Coach or Mentor of the Year

Recognizes a coach or mentor who leads, trains, or supports athletes or participants within the Town of LaSalle, demonstrating exceptional leadership, skill development, and a positive influence on the community — regardless of their place of residence.