The United Counties of Prescott and Russell (UCPR) invites residents to submit nominations for the 2026 JP St. Pierre Award. The deadline for nominations is 4:30 p.m. on Friday, September 11, 2026.
The Prescott and Russell JP St. Pierre Award is bestowed upon up to two deserving UCPR residents each year. These recipients stand out for their exceptional contributions to their community, in areas such as arts, culture, charitable work, health, education, public service, sports, recreation, agriculture, the environment, and others.
The award was created in memory of Jean-Paul St. Pierre, who was serving as Mayor of the Township of Russell, as well as Warden of the UCPR Council, before passing away suddenly in 2014. A resident of the Village of Russell for more than 40 years, Mr. St. Pierre had also held the positions of Municipal Councillor, Trustee for the Police Village of Russell, and Chair of the Eastern Ontario Wardens’ Caucus.
“I am happy to have the opportunity to highlight the kindness, hard work, and generosity of some deserving citizens during this year’s UCPR Warden’s Banquet on October 17. We live in a region where residents are dedicated to their communities, and this is a great way to honour and to thank these individuals for their commitment,” said Mario Zanth, Warden of the UCPR.
Any individual residing in the UCPR who, as part of their professional duties or otherwise, has made a significant contribution to the community is eligible for this award. To submit a nomination or for more information, residents are invited to consult the UCPR’s website, prescott-russell.on.ca, or send an e-mail to [email protected].
