They recognize courage in all its forms. Organizers of the Coast Mental Health Courage To Come Back Awards are now taking nominations for next year’s event.

1130 NewsRadio is a proud sponsor of the awards, which raise critical funds for British Columbians living with mental illness.

There are four categories for 2026: Medical, Addiction, Mental Health, and Youth — which recognizes nominees aged 19 to 25.

Omar Bseiso is the 2025 recipient for Youth. Raised by a single mother, Omar overcame many medical challenges as a child. But he would not let his past define him.

“You’re defined by who you are, in any given day, and the choices that you make,” he said. “And it’s those choices that are going to pave the way for the rest of your life and for your future.”

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