Bracebridge residents recognized for community contributions

BRACEBRIDGE, ON (October 22, 2025) – On Saturday, October 18, the Town of Bracebridge recognized and celebrated community members for their contributions at the Community Recognition Awards in the Muskoka Leon’s Auditorium at the Muskoka Lumber Community Centre. The program recognizes residents for their valuable contributions to the community in two categories: Community Service Awards and Community Sport Awards.

Congratulations to the 2025 Community Recognition Award winners.

Community Service Awards 

• Sharon Davis, Bracebridge Senior of the Year Award
• John De Koning, Bracebridge Good Citizenship Award
• Gary Denniss, Award of Merit
• Gail Jackson, Bracebridge Volunteer Service Award
• Mary-Lou Matchett, Bracebridge Volunteer Service Award
• Jan Olsson, Outstanding Volunteer Achievement Award
• Bracebridge Horticultural Society, Mayor's Award of Excellence

• Jacquelin Hanna, Bracebridge Community Coach of the Year
• Sydney Freeman, Jim Quigley Memorial Athlete of the Year

Quotes

“The Community Recognition Awards are an opportunity to celebrate the people who make Bracebridge such a special place to live. Whether through volunteering, leadership, creativity, or acts of kindness, each of this year’s recipients has made a meaningful impact on our community. I’m proud to recognize their contributions and extend my heartfelt thanks for their dedication to making Bracebridge stronger, more connected, and more vibrant.”

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About Bracebridge – The Town of Bracebridge is located in the Heart of Muskoka, the epitome of Canada’s Cottage Country.  With a population in excess of 17,000 permanent residents that doubles during the summer months, the community has a diversified economy that is highlighted by strong construction, hospitality and professional sectors. Bracebridge is the steward of the cottage country brand and is teaching the world the power of living the Muskoka lifestyle in its spirit, the arts, food, home and recreation. The Town is positioned on the 45th parallel, halfway between the Equator and the North Pole, and is recognized as Santa’s summer home.




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