Home Awards & Scholarships ARPA Awards Parks Excellence Award
The Parks Excellence Award, established by the Alberta Recreation & Parks Association (ARPA) Parks and Open Space Network, honors achievements and innovative initiatives in parks and open space operations, aiming to elevate the profile of parks and open space professionals in Alberta.
Alberta Recreation & Parks Association membership is encouraged and may be prioritized in the selection process
Communities or Organizations include:
The initiative must:
Nominations are NOW OPEN!
Nomination Deadline: May 30th, 2025
The ARPA Awards and Scholarships Committee with representation from all aspects of the recreation and parks sector and across the province will select the award recipient. The committee will evaluate the nominations by rating:
Nominees should provide evidence of the impact and success of their initiatives, including measurable outcomes and indicators of success. This may include data on increased park usage, positive feedback from community members, or quantifiable improvements in community well-being, economic growth, and environmental sustainability.
Successful nominees will demonstrate effective collaboration and partnerships with stakeholders, community organizations, and other relevant entities in the planning, implementation, and management of parks and open space initiatives. Collaborative efforts that leverage diverse expertise and resources to achieve shared goals will be recognized.
Nominees must demonstrate innovative approaches in developing and implementing projects, programs, or facilities that enhance parks and open space operations, demonstrating originality, effectiveness, and adaptability.
The Alberta Recreation & Parks Association presents the award during the ARPA Conference & Energize Workshop.
Hours: 8:30am to 4:30pm (open Monday-Friday, closed statutory holidays)
Phone: 780-415-1745
Email: awards@arpaonline.ca
The Alberta Recreation & Parks Association would like to acknowledge the First Nations, the Métis, the Inuit and all of the people across Alberta who share a history and a deep connection with this land. We dedicate ourselves to moving forward in partnership with Indigenous communities in the spirit of reconciliation and collaboration.