Civic Awards Committee

• Press Release: 18th Annual Civic Awards Now Calling for Nominations (December 12, 2018)

A) Major Awards
There are 9 categories to choose from, including:

1. Angus & Bernice Read Volunteer Award
2. Outstanding Youth Award
3. Bravery Award
4. Arts and Culture Award
5. Sportsmanship Award
6. Layton Dodge Athletic Award
7. Environmental Award
8. Heritage Award
   
   

B) Lloyd C. Stinson Memorial Award for Community Service

This award recognizes an individual for outstanding charitable work in sharing of themselves, both in time and talents caring for those in need such as the aged, youth or those living with disabilities.

C) Distinguished Civic Awards
These awards recognize the contributions of individuals or groups in the following categories:

1. Arts and Culture
2. Athletics
3. Accessibility
4. Community Service
5. Environment
6. Education & Technology
7. Heritage

For information on how to nominate someone for any of the awards/categories above please view the Civic Award Brochure.

Who Can You Nominate?

• Those who have volunteered their time and talents, or have displayed exceptional dedication to the enrichment of the community.
• Recipients must reside or operate a business within Cobourg. However, the selection committee may choose to honour non-Cobourg residents who have demonstrated a strong commitment to volunteerism in our Town.

Who is Not Eligible?

• Paid professionals
• Service Clubs. However, individual service club members are eligible.
• Employees of the Town of Cobourg are not eligible for nominations recognizing contributions made while performing their duties. 

How Can I Nominate Someone?

1. Online: Simple and convenient, simply go to the online form and submit all required documentation.
2. In Person: Visit Victoria Hall in the Administration Office and speak to Toni Galea who will have nomination forms available. 

The nomination deadline is Friday, February 15, 2019.

Please read the Civic Award Brochure for detailed eligibility requirements per Award category.

Nomination Deadline: Tuesday, February 19, 2019 by 4 p.m. EST. 

Civic Award Ceremony: Wednesday, April 10, 2019 at 7 p.m. | Concert Hall at Victoria Hall

• 2017 Award Recipients
• 2016 Award Recipients