Whitehorse celebrates inaugural Employee of the Year

WHITEHORSE – Keri Rutherford has been named the City of Whitehorse’s inaugural Employee of the Year!

Keri is a Program Supervisor with the City’s Recreation department, and a familiar, smiling face at the Canada Games Centre.  In addition to leading a variety of recreation programs for Whitehorse residents, Keri is a core member of the City’s Wellness Committee, which focuses on promoting a healthy and welcoming workplace that supports employee wellbeing.

The Employee of the Year Award is a way for the City to recognize the exceptional work, contributions, and behaviours of employees that aligns with our core values – Respect, Collaboration, Appreciation, Teamwork, and Accountability – and support the achievement of our goals and mission to serve the residents of Whitehorse.

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Congratulations to Keri on being named the City of Whitehorse’s inaugural Employee of the Year! Keri embodies what an effective, caring leader should be. Her positive energy, passionate vision, and commitment to inclusivity and building relationships have contributed to a range of high-quality recreation programming and made her a valued colleague. Keri continues to promote a healthy, constructive work environment through her ability to listen, encourage others and take initiative to tackle challenges.

Acting City Manager Lindsay Schneider

For more information:

Guinveve Lalena
A/Manager, Strategic Communications
City of Whitehorse
[email protected]
867-334-2400