Cobourg Launches Inaugural Accessibility Awards

Accessibility Awards nominations accepted until August 31, 2026

Cobourg, ON (June 22, 2026) – The Town of Cobourg’s Accessibility Advisory Committee is pleased to announce it is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Accessibility Awards.

The new Accessibility Awards Program is designed to celebrate businesses, community members, organizations, and youth who are championing initiatives that create a more accessible and inclusive community for residents of all abilities.

Community members are invited to nominate Cobourg residents, organizations or businesses who have demonstrated positive accessibility contribution in the past three years.

How to Submit a Nomination

The nomination period is open from June 22 to August 31, 2026.

Please note that nominations that are incomplete, lack sufficient detail, or do not meet the award criteria may be deemed ineligible and not considered by the selection committee.

Nominees must:

• Be a Cobourg resident, organization, or business
• Have demonstrated accessibility contributions within the past three (3) years
• Not have accessibility-related responsibilities as part of their paid role, unless demonstrating exceptional contributions outside their formal job duties

How to Nominate:

1. Review the award categories and select the most appropriate category.
2. Complete the Online Nomination Form
3. Include all required information outlined on the Accessibility Awards Program Webpage at http://www.Cobourg.ca/accessibilityawards
4. Submit the nomination form by August 31, 2026, to clerk@cobourg.ca or in person or by mail to 55 King Street West, Cobourg, ON K9A 2M2.

Selection Criteria

Award winners will be selected by the Town of Cobourg’s Accessibility Advisory Committee, Legislative Coordinator, and the Clerk based on one or more of the following criteria:

• Built environment
• Customer service
• Education
• Employment
• Information and communication

If you have any questions, or would like assistance filling out a nomination form, please contact the Clerk’s office at 905-372-4301 or email clerk@cobourg.ca.