Nominations are open for the Order of Vaughan
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Submissions are being accepted until June 15
The City of Vaughan is made up of people from many
different backgrounds. From entrepreneurs and philanthropists to business
leaders and volunteers – they each bring something special and encompass the
best of Canadian citizenship.
The Order
of Vaughan, the highest civic honour bestowed by the City, was created to
celebrate residents and the positive impact they have made on the community. It
recognizes those who have been influential in city-building and contributed to Vaughan’s
success.
The Order of Vaughan was established in 2016 during Vaughan’s 25th
anniversary year to recognize outstanding achievement and dedication to the
community. In tribute of the City’s milestone, 25 individuals were
invested with the Order last year.
Nominations
for the 2017 Order of Vaughan are being accepted until June 15 and will be
assessed by the Order of Vaughan Selection Committee. To be eligible for
consideration, a candidate must be a resident or former resident of the city.
QUOTE
“Every day I am inspired by the citizens of
Vaughan who embody the very essence of our socially-responsible community.
They have made a positive difference in the evolution of our city. Our vision
for the future is becoming a reality because we are blessed to have
residents who dedicate their time to giving back and contribute to our mission
to move this city forward. I championed the creation of the Order of Vaughan
because I believe that exemplary citizenship must be recognized in a meaningful
way. Our willingness to embrace change has created an attitude focused on
raising the bar and always aiming higher. This would not be possible
without our single greatest asset – the people who contribute to our continued
success.”
-Mayor
Maurizio Bevilacqua
QUICK FACTS
- The Order of Vaughan recognizes individuals within the following categories: arts and entertainment, media and communications, athletics, health and wellness, business, philanthropy, public service, education, science and technology, not-for-profit, equity and diversity, accessibility, environment and spirituality.
- A nomination form for the Order of Vaughan is available online, at City Hall, all Vaughan community centres and public libraries.
- Supporting documents must be included with the form at the time of submission and should speak to the character and accomplishments of the nominee.
- Nominations will not be accepted for people currently employed by the City of Vaughan, or elected officials and public appointees at the federal, provincial or municipal level while holding office.
- Completed nominations will be considered by the Order of Vaughan Selection Committee, which will recommend successful nominations to Vaughan Council for approval.
- Members of the Order of Vaughan Selection Committee are the City Manager, Deputy City Manager of Community Services, City Clerk (as the chair), CEO of Vaughan Public Libraries, a representative of the Vaughan Chamber of Commerce, City Archivist and a past recipient of the Order of Vaughan.
LEARN MORE
- Order of Vaughan nomination form
- Order of Vaughan webpage