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The call for nominations for Canada’s Volunteer Awards is now open and will run until February 3rd, 2017.
Canada’s Volunteer Awards recipients are nominated by Canadians.
MP Stephen Fuhr is urging residents in Kelowna and Lake Country can nominate a volunteer, a not-for-profit organization, or a business that demonstrates social responsibility in their community.
This year, 21 awards will be presented, and award recipients will have the opportunity to identify a not-for-profit organization of their choice to receive a $5,000 or $10,000 grant.
Awards will be presented in the following categories:
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One national award – Thérèse Casgrain Lifelong Achievement Award.
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Five regional awards – Emerging Leader, for young volunteers aged 18 to 30.
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Five regional awards – Community Leader, for individuals or groups of volunteers.
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Five regional awards – Business Leader.
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Five regional awards – Social Innovator, to recognize not-for-profit organizations.
For more information and to submit a nomination, visit the Government of Canada website.
Almost 13 million Canadians aged 15 years and over give of their time, and almost twice as many give money to a charitable or not‑for‑profit organization each year.
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