Do you know a community superstar? Civic Award of Recognition nominations are open

Nominations are now open for the City of Mississauga’s 2024 Civic Awards of Recognition.

Until November 8, nominations can be made for exceptional individuals, community groups and businesses whose contributions help make Mississauga a great place to live, work and play.

Achievements are recognized in the following categories:

Voluntary Community Service

Individuals or groups that have improved the quality of life in Mississauga through volunteer efforts.

Youth Community and Civic Engagement

Youth between ages 14 and 24 who have contributed more than 140 volunteer hours to community or civic activities.

Achievement in Sports

Athletes or teams that have won championships at a city-wide, regional, provincial, national or international level.

Achievement in Arts

Artists or arts groups that have won competitions, juried shows or exhibitions. Outstanding accomplishments in academic fields may also be recognized.

City Volunteer Program

Recognizes those who have contributed more than 140 volunteer hours to community or civic activities through the City’s volunteer programs.

Nomination process

If you have someone in mind, here’s how to honour eligible residents:

1. Visit the webpage.
2. Review the award criteria.
3. Email civicrecognition.program@mississauga.ca with a description of the nominee’s achievement or community service activities, including:
   • The number of years the nominee has been involved in the activities;
   • Specific dates the nominee worked on related projects;
   • A brief outline of the nominee’s responsibilities in each of the volunteer roles.

The City will consider the first 100 nominees and review nominations on a first-come, first-served basis.

Nominees who qualify will be invited to receive their award during an evening ceremony at Mississauga City Hall on November 26, 2024.

The nomination period will close at 12 a.m. on November 8, 2024.

For more information, visit the webpage.

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