ANNUAL TOWN MEETING AND COMMUNITY AWARDS 2026
Canvey Island Town Council held its Annual Town Meeting and Community Awards ceremony on Monday 9th March 2026 and residents had the opportunity to speak to Town Councillors about the Town Council’s activities during the year.
For the Town Council’s Community Awards, nominations were received under the categories of Citizen of the Year, Young Person of the Year, Community Group of the Year, Best Community Contribution from a Local Business and Youth Community Group of the Year, there were also two special recognition award winners this year.
Robert Baillie was successful as Citizen of the Year for his contribution and dedication to the local policing team. Young Person of the Year was presented to six-year-old, Isla Campling who grew and donated 12 inches of her hair to the Little Princess Trust. Community Group of the Year was won by the Heritage Centre with a special mention to Rosemary and Colin, who’s support and efforts have helped the Heritage Centre thrive. The Best Community Contribution from a Local Business was awarded to NOVUS Care, for their continuous support to residents and the local community which was evident in the incredible things people had to say, and the Youth Community Group of the Year was awarded to the Ewan Lane Music Foundation for their support and opportunity they provide to local youth through music.
The two special recognition awards were awarded to Alison Harris for her dedication to the Dutch Cottage and to The Butterflies club for their incredible work and support they provide to local SEN families.
Deputy Town Mayor Councillor Sue Brooke said “I am extremely proud to have been able to present these well-deserved awards. The Town Council is pleased to be able to recognise the efforts of all these individuals, groups, and businesses. I would like to thank everyone for coming and all your continued support of the Town Council.”
For more information, please contact the Town Clerk on 01268 683965 or clerk@canveyisland-tc.gov.uk
