Local Christian band, The Color, honoured their hometown this weekend by presenting Winkler Council with their top trophy. The band's latest album, "First Day Of My Life" won the Juno in the Contemporary Christian/Gospel Album of the Year category last March. Now the Juno will rest at the Winkler Civic Centre.

"This community has been so supportive, we talk about that often," singer Jordan Janzen says.

The band made the presentation Sunday at the Hometown Hockey event after performing at the outdoor venue.

"We just recognize that our community is really known for hard work and getting things done. Our hope is people will see the award and be inspired."

The band, started in 2012 in Winkler, has gone on to share the stage with acts like For King & Country and Tenth Avenue North. Members include Jordan Janzen, James Shiels, Larry Abrams and Tyson Unrau.

However, the award isn't the first accolade the quartet has shared with the city. In 2017 the band presented a Covenant award with the city.

"It's an honour for us as a community, and I commend them for their values and what they bring back to our community," Winkler Mayor Martin Harder says. "They are Winkler's ambassadors."

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