[Cynthia Kennedy]

Nominations are open for the Silver Paddle and Orca Awards.
The Silver Paddle Award is given by the club exec to show our appreciation for a member’s awesome contributions to SKABC over the years. We’re also asking for nominations for the Orca Award. This award is a way of saying thanks to someone who’s made a big impact not only on SKABC but also on the sea kayaking community.
Here are the nomination guidelines: We want to recognize unique individuals each year, someone who hasn’t won before! You can find a list of past recipients below. Nominations are open now, and the deadline is December 15, 2025. The awards will be presented in 2026.
To submit your nominations, email Cynthia K. at: conservation1@skabc.org

Thanks a bunch!
Here’s a little history about the Silver Paddle and Orca Awards:
The Silver Paddle Award winners were chosen by the club exec to recognize and say a huge thank you for a member’s volunteer efforts over the years!
Orca Award:
2003 Orca Award: Harald Riffel, President, Instructor
2004 Orca Award: Ray Pillman, Sport BC, Club Executive
2005 Orca Award: Rick Davies, Instructor, President
2006 Orca Award: Tony Clayton, Trip Leader, Club Executive
2007 Orca Award: Cindy Dopson, President, Newsletter
2018 Orca Award: Nick Heath: Conservation, Treasurer, Club Executive
2021 Orca Award: Steve Best: Howe Sound Site Steward, Club Executive
2024 Orca Award: George Prevost: Club President, Instructor

Silver Paddle Award
2008: Gayla Shulhan, George Prevost, Kallie Cunningham, and Peter Kearney.
2009: Bob Maher and Maureen Benzon
2013: Richard Jensen and Susan Jensen.
2014: Karin Hartner, Nick Heath, and Rob Leeson.
2015: Mick Allen, Shirley Brunke, and Simone Avram.
2017: Roy Smyth, Inge Zegel, Bruce Pickwell, and Randy Chatterjee..
2018: Graham Lorimer, Bob Salo, Steve Best, and Chantal Ethier.
2019: Sue Johnson and Calvin Sam.
2021: Philip Kubik.
2023: Kevin Hall and Quirine Schuyff
2024: Kevin Amos

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