Categories and eligibility criteria
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The Citizen of the Year Award is presented in the areas of Athletics, Community Service, Culture, Seniors, and Youth.
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- Nominee must be a current resident of Wilmot Township
- Officers of the corporation (a person appointed by council) and elected officials are not eligible
- Nominee can be individuals, teams, or organizations
- Consideration for nomination is based on the performance, achievements, demonstrated leadership qualities, and community participation of the nominees within one calendar year (since last June 19, 2021)
- Performance – competitor results at the various levels of competition
- Achievement - rankings, awards, quality and quantity of accomplishments that nominees have achieved
- Leadership Qualities – Nominee must have exhibited some/all of the following positive qualities within the sport and community:
- Teamwork
- Pride
- Character
- Attitude
- Ethics
- Dedication
- Enthusiasm
- Perseverance
- Integrity
- Sacrifice
- Honesty
- Community Involvement – consideration is also given to demonstrated involvement and leadership within the sport as well as volunteer activities within the nominees’ community
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| Community Service |
- Nominee must be a current resident of Wilmot Township
- Officers of the corporation (a person appointed by council) and elected officials are not eligible
- Nominee can be individuals or organizations
- Nominee has provided an outstanding contribution to the Township of Wilmot community by organizing and/or participating in projects/events/activities which have has a positive purpose and benefit to the community
- Nominee has showed outstanding achievement in a specific field, including but not limited to education, environmental, community engagement, public welfare, leadership, and civic responsibility
- Nominee may have demonstrated participation through volunteering, in kind service or contribution which is not in a paid capacity
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| Culture |
- Nominee must be a current resident of Wilmot Township
- Officers of the corporation (a person appointed by council) and elected officials are not eligible
- Nominee can be individuals or organizations
- Nominee may have demonstrated participation through volunteering, in kind service or contribution which is not in a paid capacity
- Nominee has made outstanding contributions to the community through Cultural activities/events
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| Seniors |
- Nominee must be a current resident of Wilmot Township
- Officers of the corporation (a person appointed by council) and elected officials are not eligible
- Nominee can be individuals or organizations
- Nominee may have demonstrated participation through volunteering, in kind service or contribution which is not in a paid capacity. They may serve on service, school, church, or community committees
- Nominee is enthusiastic about the Township and its citizens and works continually towards the betterment of the community
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| Youth |
- Nominee must be a current resident of Wilmot Township
- Officers of the corporation (a person appointed by council) and elected officials are not eligible
- Nominee can be individuals or organizations
- Nominee may have demonstrated participation through volunteering, in kind service or contribution which is not in a paid capacity
- Nominee is an inspirational role model for youth in the community
- Nominee has demonstrated dedication to community and school with a strong sense of caring and responsibility
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Conditions of entry
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The following conditions of entry apply to all nominations.
- Nominations must be made on the official nomination form and submitted online with all supporting documents. If you would like assistance, please email us.
- Nominations must be received by the published closing date. Late applications and material will not be accepted.
- Nominators can make submissions for more than one individual, but a separate form must be used for each nomination.
- Individuals cannot self-nominate.
- All nominees will be provided with the opportunity to accept their nomination and submit further supporting information within a specified period to be considered as part of their nomination. Late material will not be accepted.
- Past award recipients (award category winners) will not be considered in the same category again.
- No weight is given to the number of times a person, team or organization is nominated.
- Information provided in the nomination submission, and by the nominee, may be included in the promotional materials. This could be a summary of the information provided and all information may not be included.
- All nomination information and materials submitted remain the property of the Township of Wilmot unless a request is made for the material to be return.
- If material is requested to be returned, pick-up arrangements must be made via email.
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Entry details
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All nomination submissions should:
- Address the category criteria by outlining the nominee’s background, achievements, and reasons for the nomination in 200 words or more
- Include supporting documents such as character reference/s, photograph/s, etc.
All eligible nominees will be contacted and provided with the opportunity to accept their nomination and submit further supporting information to be considered as part of the nomination if they choose.
Information provided in the nomination submission, and by the nominee, may be included in the Citizen of the Year Awards promotional materials. This could be a summary of the information provided and all information may not be included.
Please ensure that you have carefully read the Eligibility Criteria and Conditions of Entry before submitting a nomination.
Nominations are now open and will close at 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 19, 2022.
If you would like assistance completing an online nomination form, please email us.
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How to submit a nomination
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Please ensure that you have carefully read the Eligibility Criteria and Conditions of Entry before submitting a nomination.
Nominations are now open and will close at 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 19, 2022.
Nominations can be submitted through the online form by clicking the button below. You can also pick up nomination packages at the Administration Complex and the Wilmot Recreation Complex and submit them in person no later than 4:30 p.m. on Friday, June 17, 2022.
Online Nomination Form
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Voting process
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All nominations that meet the eligibility criteria, conditions of entry and are submitted by Sunday, June 19, 2022, will be included in the voting process. It is the responsibility of the Nominator and Nominee to supply all nomination information for assessment by the due date specified.
Voting will open on Monday, July 4 at 9:00 a.m. and will close on Monday, July 25, at 4:30 p.m.
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