Chief McGrath Awards
The Towns of Torbay and Flatrock in partnership with the Torbay Volunteer Fire Department are still accepting applications for the 2025 Chief McGrath Award.
This award will be presented to one student in Elementary, Junior High, and Highschool; who is either a resident of Torbay/Flatrock that best exhibit characteristics of leadership, commitment, community involvement, dedication and selflessness; while also being involved with various community groups and devoting time to volunteer initiatives.
Winners will be selected by a judging committee comprised of individuals outside of the Town of Torbay and Town of Flatrock staff, and Torbay Volunteer Fire Department. Successful recipients will receive a personalized plaque and a cash reward of $100 (Elementary and Junior High) or $250 (Highschool). Additionally, recipients will have their name added to the plaque of future and previous recipients that will be displayed during the event. Please note that any residents of the towns of Torbay and/or Flatrock are eligible for this award and does not have to attend one of the local schools within the area (Cape St. Francis Elementary, Holy Trinity Elementary, Juniper Ridge Intermediate, Holy Trinity High).
If you or someone you know are interested in nominating an individual for this award, you are encouraged to review the qualifications and complete the nomination package for the appropriate grade level.
Deadline for submission is Friday, April 4th, 2025 and can be submitted by email to Kirk Combden (Town of Torbay) at kcombden@torbay.ca and Stephanie Murray (Town of Flatrock) at stephanie@townofflatrock.com
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