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Citizen of the Year Award

We are currently reviewing applications and look forward to presenting the Award in the Fall of 2024! 

NOMINATION DEADLINE EXTENDED TO JUNE 3, 2024.

The Citizen of the Year Award is given to an individual worthy of recognition for exceptional contributions and/or achievements who are truly dedicated to improving the quality of life and benefiting Perry Township. Through determination, perseverance, and passion, this individual continues to inspire others, encourages action, and engages in our communities.

View the Poster Here!

To be eligible to receive the Citizen of the Year Award, the Nominee:

  • Should be at least 18 years of age, but youth nominations are accepted;
  • Must be nominated, self-nominations are not accepted;
  • Must be a resident of Perry Township*;
  • Has not received payment or performed the services as part of their regular business;
  • May be an individual, an individual within a community group, or an entire group/organization itself;
  • Has not received the Citizen of the Year Award in the past;
  • Posthumous nominations are acceptable, as long as it meets the criteria.
*Residents of neighbouring communities (e.g. Kearney, Burk’s Falls, Huntsville, etc.) will only be considered if it is demonstrated they have significantly contributed to Perry.

Nominations Open: Wednesday, March 13, 2024

Nomination Deadline: June 3, 2024 @ 4 p.m.

Review and Approval of Nomination: takes place in June and July 2024

Notification to Nominator(s) and Recipient: takes place in July 2024

Awards Ceremony: late summer 2024

Making sure that your nomination is complete and detailed is key to its success!

Be sure to:

  • Read the award criteria and eligibility carefully (found within the Policy);
  • Take note of the deadline and give yourself time to prepare your material;
  • Gather any supporting documentation before you begin to finalize your submission;
  • Provide accurate spelling of names and complete contact information;
  • Provide as much relevant details as possible.
Nominators are required to provide a detailed submission clearly stating why the nominee should be considered. Details should include, but not limited to, the organization they volunteered for, length of service, projects they were involved with, leadership roles, the impact their role had on the community, and the level of commitment shown by the nominee.

If a nomination is not completed to the satisfaction of the Committee or does not align with the eligibility, the form may be disqualified, and the nomination rejected.

Citizen of the Year Award Nomination Form
Citizen of the Year Award Policy (2024)

Please send completed nomination before the deadline to:

Township of Perry
c/o Citizen of the Year Award Selection Committee
1695 Emsdale Road, PO BOX 70
Emsdale, ON P0A 1J0
F: 705-636-5759
E: info@townshipofperry.ca