Jennifer Harbour has been involved in the arts from a young age.
It started with a love of piano, then the flute, before joining her student council to help plan events. More than 30 years later, Harbour is still planning engaging events, creating meaningful opportunities to celebrate artists in the community.
“I really want to help make a difference for the organizations I am involved with. I am not looking for any personal gain; I want to see the organizations, communities and the people I support flourish,” says Harbour.
“I absolutely love the arts, and Airdrie has so much talent. If I can do my part in making sure they have a future, then I feel I am fulfilling my purpose.”
Harbour has been involved with the Airdrie Performing Arts Festival for more than 10 years. Most recently as a member of the Arts and Culture Advisory Committee, Harbour volunteered her time to help build a framework around how arts and culture can thrive and grow in Airdrie.
Harbour is also the executive director of the Rocky Mountain Symphony Orchestra and plans arts and recreation programming for seniors at Cedarwood Station.
“Jennifer is an incredible and selfless cultural ambassador,” says nominator Heather Spearman.
“She is truly a gift to Airdrie and has shown she truly understands what it means to be a cultural ambassador.