Nominations for the 2026 George S. Majic Spiritus Award are now open, inviting Fernie residents to recognize outstanding volunteers who have made a lasting contribution to the community.
Presented annually by the City of Fernie in memory of George S. Majic, the award honours individuals who exemplify the spirit of giving and whose contributions have enriched the community without expectation of recognition or reward.
The nomination deadline is Monday, November 2, 2026, at 4:00 p.m.
Recognizing Fernie’s Community Volunteers
Fernie’s community organizations, recreational programs, cultural activities, charitable initiatives and special events depend on dedicated volunteers who generously contribute their time, energy and expertise.
The George S. Majic Spiritus Award recognizes individuals whose commitment to helping others has strengthened the community, often through years of service behind the scenes.
Established in 2006, the award has celebrated the contributions of residents whose generosity and dedication reflect Fernie’s strong tradition of community involvement.
Previous Spiritus Award Recipients
The 2025 Spiritus Award was presented to Jennifer Cronin, following previous recipients Bruce Elson (2024), Samantha Sedlowsky (2023), Dr. Ron Clark (2022) and Terry Cryderman (2021).
Other notable recipients include Heiko Socher (2016), Gerry Pang (2018), Jim and Alice Booth (2019), and the staff and volunteers of the Fernie Heritage Library (2020).
The inaugural Spiritus Award was presented to Antonio “Benny” Mangone in 2006.
Submit a Spiritus Award Nomination
Residents who know an individual whose volunteer contributions deserve recognition are encouraged to submit a nomination before the deadline.
The nomination form and submission instructions are available through the City of Fernie.
Download the George S. Majic Spiritus Award Nomination Form here
