Jean Delorme
1940 – 2013 – Inducted in 2022
Category of Volunteerism
Jean Delorme was a strong supporter of the Transcona community in which she grew up in. She was an active volunteer in the community for over 30 years and was involved in the Hi Neighbour Festival for over 20 years, including organizing the Miss Transcona Pageant.
Jean acted as a judge, sponsor, and make-up artist for the Miss Transcona Pageant before taking over to run the pageant for 20 years. During her time with the pageant, she was able
to grow the number of contestants participating, organizing events in the community to include local businesses, and making the pageant a 2-week event.
In 2012, she helped plan the celebrations surrounding Transcona’s 100th Anniversary, including organizing a reunion of the past Miss Transcona Pageant Winners.
In 2009, Jean spearheaded the return and restoration of the Hi Neighbour Sam mascot to its current location in the center median on Regent Avenue in Transcona. Hi Neighbour Sam continues to welcome visitors to Transcona every day.
Jean served on many community committees and board of directors over the years, from Treasurer of the Transcona BIZ, to the Transcona Historical Museum Board and the Playground Renewal Association. She was a member of the Transcona Legion.
Jean received many awards and accomplishments including the Queens Diamond Jubilee Award (2012), Mayor’s BIZ Award (2006), Manitoba Council on Aging Recognition Award (2010) and Hi Neighbour Sam Gold Pendant (1983) for her work with the Hi Neighbour Festival.