HONOURS AND AWARDS
The Ontario Medal for Young Volunteers
Ontario Medal for Young Volunteers -- 2009
What is the Ontario Medal for Young Volunteers?
The Ontario Medal for Young Volunteers recognizes the outstanding achievements of youth volunteers across the province.
Nomination Deadline: January 31 |
Who are the award recipients?
The personal commitment of time and effort made by young volunteers is a valuable contribution to the quality of life in our communities, and our province. By honouring outstanding contributions made by youth volunteers, this award recognizes exceptional young people as role models. Many of our youth volunteers are future leaders. Up to 10 recipients are chosen each year.
Who can receive this award?
Anyone who:
- Is Between 15 and 24 years old
- Lives in Ontario
- Donates a large amount of unpaid time to a charity, not-for-profit organization or person
- Has been working steadily to improve the community and promises to continue
- Has been a leader, caused change and overcome challenges
- Is a role model for volunteers
- Has inspired others to volunteer.
How are recipients selected?
Nominations can be submitted by individuals or organizations. An independent advisory council appointed by the ministry selects the final recipients.
How is the medal presented?
Once a year, the Lieutenant Governor honours the recipients at a ceremony held in the Provincial Legislature. Each award recipient receives a medal.
What does the award symbolize?
The medal is in the shape of a circle with an Ontario trillium, our floral emblem, in the centre. Around the trillium there are three identical shapes signifying “V” for volunteer and also signifying active people. The colours of the medal are red (the colour of the Ontario Ensign), white and green (the colours of the trillium), and gold.
Can I nominate someone?
Yes, nominations can be submitted by individuals or organizations.
When is the deadline?
Nomination forms may be submitted at any time. The deadline is January 31 of each year. All nominations received after this date will be considered for the following year.
How should nominations be submitted?
When nominations are being accepted, you will find a nomination form on this website in both PDF and HTML formats.
Where can I get more information?
Do you have questions about Ontario’s recognition programs? Contact us at the Ontario Honours and Awards Secretariat.
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