Lt.-Gov. Anita Neville will present the first Lieutenant Governor’s Award for Leadership in Municipal Administration to Duane Nicol at an invitation only ceremony at Government House Thursday, November 27 at 5 p.m.
As the Chief Administrative Officer for the City of Selkirk, Duane Nicol is recognized for his visionary leadership and enduring commitment to building a resilient and sustainable community. A lifelong resident and former councillor, Mr. Nicol has guided Selkirk through transformative initiatives, including the city’s award-winning Climate Change Adaptation Strategy, the innovative Career GPS program, and the CitizenSupport service system. His dedication to ethical governance, environmental stewardship, and long-term community well-being has positioned Selkirk as a leader in municipal innovation and excellence across Canada.
Within the Manitoba Municipal Administrators Association, Mr. Nicol has served as District Director, Vice President, President, and now Past President. His leadership on the Board has been instrumental in advancing the Municipal Professional Development Bursary, the Competency Framework, and the establishment of the Legislative Advisory, Policy & Governance, and Member Standards Committees. He also led the development of By-Law #2 (MMA Member Code of Conduct) and By-Law #3 (Certified Manitoba Municipal Administrator), initiatives that continue to elevate the professionalism and integrity of Manitoba’s municipal administration community.
The Lieutenant Governor’s Award for Excellence in Municipal Leadership is one of the highest honours bestowed upon a municipal administrator in Manitoba. This prestigious award recognizes visionary leaders whose innovation, integrity, and dedication have advanced municipal leadership and strengthened communities across the province. It celebrates individuals whose outstanding leadership and service have made a lasting impact on the lives of Manitobans.
For further information on this award and others given to worthy individuals by the lieutenant-governor of Manitoba, visit the lieutenant-governor’s website at www.manitobalg.ca.
