The Council annually presents the Community Service Certificate which recognizes an individual or individuals for their outstanding contribution to the welfare and development of the greater Saint John area. Nominations are solicited from the membership.

Recent recipients:

2009
Seth Asimakos
Instead of presenting the Community Service Certificate, the HDC honoured Seth for his Investment in People through the creation and growth of the Saint John Community Loan Fund.

2008
Rhonda and David Peterson
For their work with newcomers and immigrants

2007
Martha G. Edwards
For her service to the Saint John Free Public Library, and to literacy programs for children.

2006
Barry Freeze
For his work promoting inclusive recreation in Greater Saint John

2005
Gary Sullivan and ONE Change
For mobilizing the local community in North End Saint John

2004
Bill Gale
Business Community Anti-Poverty Initiative

2003
Leticia Adair
Refugee Support Centre

2002
Bill Bastarach
For his work with individuals in trouble with the law

2001
Lloyd Betts
For his work with citizen groups

2000
Earle Pitt
Early Intervention and Kiwanis Club