Town of Ajax’s website has been recognized by Marcom Awards; an international competition that honors excellence in Marketing and Communications; for innovative website design, digital recreation resources and community engagement initiatives.
The Town’s digital front door, the Town of Ajax website received four Gold Awards and an Honourable Mention at the 2026 MarCom Awards, including two Gold Awards.
The Town of Ajax launched its newly redesigned municipal website on June 25, providing residents, businesses and visitors with a faster, more efficient and accessible way to connect with Town information and services online.
MarCom Awards is an international creative competition that recognizes outstanding achievement by marketing and communication professionals whose work exceeds a high standard of excellence and serves as a benchmark for the industry.
MarCom Awards is administered and judged by the Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals. Since its inception in 2004, MarCom has evolved into one of the largest, most-respected creative competitions in the world. The Gold Award is presented to entries judged to exceed the high standards of the industry norm.
The Town of Ajax received recognition for the following entries:
Town of Ajax Website Redesign (Two Gold Awards) – Communications & Engagement: Recognized in both Government and Redesign categories, the Town’s new website received two Gold Awards for its modern design, improved navigation and enhanced user experience. The updated website makes it easier for residents, businesses and visitors to access information, programs and services, reflecting the Town’s commitment to accessibility, digital innovation and effective communication.
Digital Recreation Guide (Two Gold Awards) – Recreation & Culture: Recognized in both the Guide and Portal categories, the Town’s Digital Recreation Guide provides residents with a personalized, interactive, online resource to plan recreation programs and activities featuring integrated location mapping, filters and seamless registration integration. The guide supports an improved user experience by making it easier for residents to discover programs and prepare for registration — all in one place.
Elevate Girls: International Day of the Girl Video Series (Honourable Mention) – Recreation & Culture: Recognized in the series category for its creative storytelling and meaningful engagement, the video series celebrated International Day of the Girl by highlighting the importance of empowering girls, promoting inclusivity and encouraging participation in recreation and community activities.
Shane Baker, CAO, Town of Ajax said that “Receiving this international recognition is an amazing achievement and a reflection of the creativity, dedication and collaboration across our organization. From enhancing our digital platforms to developing engaging and accessible resources, these initiatives demonstrate our teams’ commitment to finding innovative ways to connect with residents and improve access to Town services. Congratulations to our Communications & Engagement and Recreation & Culture teams on this well-deserved recognition and thank you for your continued efforts to create meaningful experiences for our community.”
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