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Report on NCLGA's Annual General Meeting and Convention in Prince Rupert, May 12-15, 2025

The 2025 NCLGA AGM and Convention took place in Prince Rupert, BC, from May 12–15, 2025, with over 260 registered attendees and strong participation across all sessions and social events. The AGM was co-hosted with the City of Prince Rupert, the District of Port Edward, and the North Coast Regional District.

The event drew delegates, partners, sponsors, vendors, speakers, and elected officials from across the region. 

Community Leadership Awards for Economic Development

·       Cities of Prince George and Prince Rupert – Recognized for their joint leadership on the Northern BC Hydrogen Hub initiative, a groundbreaking partnership that is advancing clean energy innovation, supporting local industry transition, and promoting long-term regional economic resilience in northern communities.

·       District of Mackenzie – Recognized for their Arena Upgrade project, which is designed to extend the facility’s life by more than 30 years, while significantly reducing both operating costs and environmental impact. This project will future-proof the facility but also support a global shift toward environmental stewardship.

Community Leadership Award for Environmental Stewardship

·       City of Prince George – Recognized for its innovative work in Natural Asset Management, including the development of tools and strategies to recognize, manage, and integrate natural systems—such as forests, wetlands, and waterways—into the City's asset management framework, ensuring environmental sustainability and climate resilience.

Community Leadership Award for Social Responsibility

·       City of Fort St. John – Recognized for hosting the 2025 Health and Safety Conference, with a dedicated focus on promoting mental health, workplace wellness, and strengthening community connections. The conference demonstrates a proactive commitment to fostering healthier, safer, and more inclusive work and community environments.

Lifetime Achievement Award 

·       Alice Maitland - In recognition of Alice’s extraordinary contributions to local government, community leadership, and advocacy for northern British Columbia, Alice Maitland has been posthumously recognized for the 2025 NCLGA Lifetime Achievement Award. Alice Maitland served as Mayor of the Village of Hazelton for over four decades, becoming one of Canada’s longest-serving mayors. 

Alice Maitland’s career was defined by a dedication to community, a commitment to advancing rural and northern priorities, and a remarkable ability to foster strong, respectful relationships across all levels of government. From 1975 to 1977, Alice also served as President of the North Central Local Government Association (then known as the North Central Municipal Association), where Alice helped amplify the voice of the North at the provincial and national levels.