Volunteer Achievement Awards
Help us recognize those who make Richmond Hill a stronger community. If someone you know meets the criteria below, nominate them for a Volunteer Achievement Award. We also invite community groups celebrating milestone years of service to be recognized. Organizations, clubs and associations marking 10, 15, 20 or 25+ years of dedication to Richmond Hill will receive a special Milestone Anniversary Certificate.
The deadline to nominate a volunteer or request a certificate is Friday, November 20, 2026.
Awards
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Community Impact Achievement Award (Multiple Recipients)The Community Impact Achievement Awards have been established to recognize individuals who have made a meaningful difference in the lives of Richmond Hill residents through their volunteer efforts. To be eligible for this award, the individual must be between the ages of 18 and 54, reside in Richmond Hill and have contributed a minimum of 35 hours annually for at least five consecutive years. *Previously known as the Volunteer Achievement Award Youth Achievement Award (Multiple Recipients)The Youth Achievement Award is presented to individuals 17 years of age or younger who have contributed to the enrichment of the social, cultural or civic life of the Richmond Hill community through volunteering. To be eligible for this award, the individual must reside in Richmond Hill and have contributed a minimum of 35 hours annually for at least two consecutive years. Older Adult Achievement Award (Multiple Recipients)The Older Adult Achievement Award is presented to individuals 55 years of age or older who have contributed to the enrichment of the social, cultural or civic life of the community through volunteering. To be eligible for this award, the individual must reside in Richmond Hill and have contributed a minimum of 35 hours annually for two consecutive years. Naim Malik Award for the Promotion of Intercultural Friendships (One Recipient)The Naim Malik Award for the Promotion of Intercultural Friendships is presented to one individual who has demonstrated an exemplary commitment to improving equity, inclusivity and/or diversity in Richmond Hill through volunteering. To be eligible for this award, the individual must reside in Richmond Hill, be 18 years of age or older and have contributed a minimum of 35 hours annually for three consecutive years. Community Organization of the Year Award (One Recipient)The Community Organization of the Year Award is presented to one non-government, not-for-profit or charitable organization who has profoundly impacted the lives of residents in Richmond Hill by implementing, improving, supporting or assisting a local project or program that has been operating for a minimum of three consecutive years. Citizen of the Year Award (One Recipient)The Citizen of the Year Award is presented to one individual who has made an extraordinary contribution to the lives of Richmond Hill residents through volunteering. To be eligible for this award, the individual must be at least 18 years of age or older, reside in Richmond Hill and have contributed a minimum of 35 hours annually for at least ten years. |
| Definitions and Eligibility Criteria |
DefinitionsIndividuals or organizations nominated for an award must meet one of the following definitions:
Eligibility CriteriaTo be eligible to receive an award, the nominee must:
Non-eligible nominees include those who:
In addition, the nomination form must be completed in full and include:
*No more than two reference letters will be reviewed. **Please limit volunteer profiles to one page. |
References
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| Selecting Our Award Winners |
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The Awards Selection Committee will validate and review all nominations received prior to the nomination deadline. A short list will be sent to Council for final approval. Those selected to receive an award or certificate will be notified by a representative from Richmond Hill. Submissions will be evaluated and scored based on the following:
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Past Award Recipients
The following residents and organizations have been recognized by Richmond Hill since the inception of the Volunteer Achievement Awards celebration in 1963.
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