The Mac Award recognizes individuals, organizations, and businesses that have made a significant positive impact on Vancouver's urban forest.

A lifelong volunteer, Gordon joined the Urban Forestry Commission in 2002. He continued to forge new partnerships within the community and spearheaded the revised Street Tree Ordinance. Gordon devoted much of his time to protecting and preserving trees throughout the community. Sylvia strongly supported Gordon's love for trees and was with him every step of the way. Gordon and Sylvia are true tree heroes through their many contributions to our community, especially their impact on Vancouver's Urban Forest.

Activities worthy of recognition include organizing a tree planting project, educating others about the benefits of trees or proper tree care, preserving trees during land development, donating time and/or funds to advance the mission of the Urban Forestry program, developing creative partnerships in community forestry, or any other activity that inspires community stewardship of the urban forest.

The annual Mac Award is given by the Urban Forestry Commission during the second Wednesday of each April at the City of Vancouver's Arbor Day celebration.

Submit nominations through Monday, March 8, 2010 for consideration.

2010 awardees of the Mac Award

Duane Northrup As Utility Forester for CPU and former chair of the Urban Forestry Commission, Duane continues to raise awareness and value of trees within the community.

Susan Sanders As a Carter Park neighborhood resident and Friends of Trees Neighborhood Coordinator, Susan has been a remarkable activist for trees and the quality of life in Vancouver and in her neighborhood.

Cynthia Thornton-Tang As a Lincoln neighborhood resident and Friends of Trees Neighborhood Coordinator, over 150 new trees have been planted thanks to Cynthia's hard work, dedication and commitment to the betterment of her neighborhood. To build support for trees in her community, Cynthia created the Lincoln Neighborhood Tree Map, a walking map of trees planted with Friends of Trees.

Old Apple Tree Research Team After suffering catastrophic damage, a team was convened to best address the 186 year old apple tree. Due to the hard work, dedication and expertise of the team, the tree is expected to survive and thrive for generations to come. Team members include: Team members include: