Celebrating Kitchener youth with the 2024 KYAC Youth Awards

The Kitchener Youth Action Council (KYAC) Youth Awards were presented at Victoria Park Pavilion earlier this evening. This annual event celebrates the talents and contributions of youth ages 14 to 24 in our community.  

“Kitchener youth are doing remarkable things in our community,” said Mayor Berry Vrbanovic. “This evening’s celebration is an opportunity for the City to formally recognize young people who are actively working to make Kitchener, and our Region, a better place for us all. I’m confident these young leaders will continue to be innovators, community builders and change-makers for Kitchener.” 

With nearly 100 attendees and special guests joining them to celebrate, more than 50 nominated youth were recognized for their community involvement and awards were presented to youth in 12 categories, including arts and culture, leadership, sports and recreation, unity in diversity, and social justice, among others. Also awarded was a Youth Ally Award, which recognizes an adult serving as a positive role model for youth in the community. 

Congratulations to all the nominees and the 2024 KYAC Youth Award recipients:

The KYAC Youth Awards generates awareness for the leadership, talent, and meaningful contributions of youth in Kitchener, while inspiring young people to become more involved in their community. The annual event is organized and hosted by the Kitchener Youth Action Council.

For more information on the KYAC Youth Awards, or to subscribe for notification next year, visit www.kitchener.ca/YouthAwards. 

For more information, contact:  
Shawn Falcao  
Manager, Corporate Communications  
City of Kitchener  
shawn.falcao@kitchener.ca