The Comox Valley Walk of Achievement committee is calling for nominations for worthy recipients for 2011.

Each year, the organization honours a worthy Comox Valley citizen who has achieved distinction in their field of endeavour, which includes a recognition ceremony followed by the unveiling of a personal plaque located on a sidewalk location in downtown Courtenay.

Honourees to date are Red Robinson, Dr. Fred Leung, Dr. Robert Smith, Stan Hagen and Comox Valley Olympians.

鈥淭he Walk of Achievement is a unique way of recognizing Comox Valley residents who have made significant and lasting contributions in their professional or personal lives,鈥� says committee member Dave Durrant.

鈥淭he submissions we receive represent incredible people who have achieved amazing things in their lives,鈥� says committee member Eric Ericksson.

The purpose of the Walk of Achievement is:

鈥� To recognize outstanding achievement of individuals from the Comox Valley who have excelled in their field of endeavour;

鈥� To inspire Comox Valley youth to believe in themselves and to explore the limitless possibilities the world has to offer;

鈥� To instill a sense of pride throughout the Comox Valley that we are a community that nurtures achievement.

Nominations can be mailed to Comox Valley Walk of Achievement, 391 - 11th St., Courtenay, B.C. V9N 1S4. The deadline is March 15.

The Walk of Achievement Committee is comprised of chair Jacqueline Green, Neil Havers, David Durrant and Erik Eriksson.

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