Who inspires you?

Is there someone in our community who inspires you? A neighbour, colleague or friend who goes above and beyond to make a positive difference? Nominate them for the City of Vaughan’s 2024 Order of Vaughan! 

The City is accepting nominations for the 2024 Order of Vaughan, the highest honour the City may bestow on an individual who exemplifies service, leadership and a commitment to the betterment of our community. Nominate someone deserving of this recognition at vaughan.ca/OrderOfVaughanby Friday, Aug. 30! 

What are the nomination requirements?

To be eligible, a nominee must be a living person at the time of nomination and have dedicated their time, talent and resources for the betterment of Vaughan. An individual does not need to reside in Vaughan to be eligible. Nominations will not be accepted for staff currently employed by the City of Vaughan or current elected public office holders at the federal, provincial or municipal levels. Self-nominations will also not be accepted. View additional eligibility criteria and the online application package at vaughan.ca/OrderOfVaughan. 

The award recognizes leaders within the following categories: accessibility, athletics, arts and entertainment, business, education, environment, equity and diversity, health and wellness, media and communications, not-for-profit, philanthropy, public service, science and technology and spirituality.

How do I submit a nomination?

To nominate a deserving individual, you must complete a nomination form (PDF) and submit it with supporting documents that speak to the character and accomplishments of the nominee. You must also submit three reference letters describing the impact and achievements of the nominated individual. These letters should be from people with firsthand knowledge and experience with the nominee and can provide sufficient detail about the impact they’ve made on the community. 

You are also encouraged to provide supporting materials that helps provide background or expand on the achievements and accomplishments of your nominee. These documents can include news articles, reviews, writing samples, products or creations (excerpts from a book or academic paper, musical composition, painting, etc.). Please ensure you provide supporting materials – not a link to a website or video. 

Nomination forms and documents can be submitted by email to orderofvaughan@vaughan.ca or by mail to the Office of the City Clerk, Attention Order of Vaughan, 2141 Major Mackenzie Dr., Vaughan, ON L6A 1T1. 

The nomination period will run until Friday, Aug. 30. Once closed, the Order of Vaughan Selection Committee will review nominations and recommend successful candidates to Council for approval. The 2024 Order of Vaughan will be presented by Mayor Steven Del Duca and Members of Council during an official investiture ceremony later this year.

The Order of Vaughan was created to pay tribute to individuals who have made a meaningful impact on Vaughan’s civic life and dedicated their time and talent to the city’s ongoing success. For 2024, up to 10 nominees may be eligible to receive the award. Since its inception in 2015, 63 remarkable individuals have been invested into the Order.

Learn more at vaughan.ca/OrderOfVaughan.

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