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Honour in Heritage Award

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An individual, group or corporation known for their dedication to and support of the development of Nanaimo's cultural fabric

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2025-12-01 23:59

This award acknowledges an individual, group or corporation known for their dedication to and support of the development of Nanaimo's cultural fabric.

Created in 2017 to honour individuals who demonstrate heritage service and dedication to the community, this award presents an opportunity for the community to recognize people and groups they believe have made a significant contribution to making Nanaimo a culturally vibrant city.

2025 Recipient: Sophia Maher

Sophia Maher

Sophia Maher
Photo Credit: Sean Fenzl | @fenzlstudio

Sophia Maher is recognized for her significant impact and support within Nanaimo’s cultural community, as well as her dedication to relationship building, repatriation and reconciliation. Sophia’s passion and dedication to the promotion and interpretation of Nanaimo’s heritage and history are unquestionable. As the General Manager of the Nanaimo Museum, Sophia has fostered a cultural space that invites and supports diverse communities to share their histories and encourages opportunities for meaningful and healthy discourse of divisive topics and historical injustices for both the public and museum staff. Sophia’s dedication to uplifting and working with diverse communities, building sincere relationships and striving for excellence has had a positive impact within Nanaimo’s heritage sector and within numerous different cultural and Indigenous organizations.

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