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Sherry Shields Electoral Area E Volunteer of the Year
Sherry Shields has been officially recognized as the 2025 Electoral Area E Volunteer of the Year.
“Sherry consistently steps up to help, whenever and wherever assistance is needed in Area E,” said Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) Electoral Area E Director Jane Walter.
“She is the maintenance manager of the Wasa Memorial Garden and has spent countless hours not only working to keep it beautiful but recruiting other volunteers to do the same. Her dedication to the garden shows that she not only takes great care with plants, but people too, as the garden is important to so many.”
Along with her volunteer time spent in the Wasa Memorial Garden, Sherry can be found helping with a variety of events organized through the Lions Club, including the winter festival where Sherry and her family are famously known for cooking and serving bannock that many residents look forward to each year.
“Sherry’s time and effort have not gone unnoticed, and we are pleased to recognize her spirit, dedication, and enthusiasm for supporting those in Area E,” added Walter.
The Volunteer of the Year celebration was held last night in conjunction with the Electoral Area E Town Hall Meeting in Wasa.
Lead image: Electoral Area E Director Jane Walter, left, presents Sherry Shields with the 2025 Electoral Area E Volunteer of the Year honour last night in Wasa. RDEK photo
