Community Recognition Awards

For individuals, teams, groups, businesses, or organizations to be recognized for exceptional achievements in: Acts of conspicuous bravery, winning a major championship, leading a completed fundraising drive, or leading the development of a new facility, community organization, or community program.

Honours a person 19 years or younger for exceptional contribution to their school, team, group, or community.

For the leadership of an individual recognized for long and exceptional service in volunteer capacities in the township.

Will be presented to the nominated individual or non-profit group who has made a significant contribution to conserve, protect, restore, maintain, improve, enhance, or promote a safe, healthy environment within the community.

We honour individuals and organizations that are doing exceptional work to help create a more engaged, more vibrant, more inclusive community. Nominees for this award have recognized new and better ways to address a need in the community despite the many demands, and sometimes too few resources. Nominees have found innovative, creative, and efficient solutions to make a difference in the lives of others. Their innovative efforts have had a positive impact on the community.

The Good Neighbour Award is presented to an individual or group from Northumberland County that makes a difference in the lives of residents of the Township of Hamilton.

The Ontario Senior of the Year Award allows each municipality in Ontario to honour one exceptional senior whose actions and commitment have positively impacted their community. This is a chance to shine a spotlight on seniors who continue to make meaningful contributions, whether through volunteerism, leadership, or other community-driven initiatives.

Eligibility and Conditions

• Nominees must be 65 years or older.
• Nominees must reside or operate their organization in Ontario, ideally within the Township of Hamilton.
• Nominations must be submitted using the official Township of Hamilton Senior of the Year Nomination Form.
• The submission must include:
  • First and last name, email address, and contact information for both the nominator and nominee.
  • A detailed explanation of the nominee's achievements and community impact.
  • At least one signed testimonial letter supporting the nominee's contributions.
• Additional supporting materials (e.g., newspaper articles, publications) are encouraged.
• Self-nominations are not accepted.
• Current members of Council, staff, and volunteers (including Advisory Committee members and volunteer firefighters) are not eligible based on contributions made during their duties.
• Nominations will be assessed based on the significance and impact of the nominee's contributions, so please provide as much detail as possible.

The 2024 Community Recognition and Volunteer Appreciation Event was held on November 17, 2024 at the Baltimore Recreation Centre. The Township of Hamilton is proud to celebrate and recognize the achievements and contributions of our community!

Mayor's Award of Excellence

• Community Works Food Bank Volunteers

Outstanding Youth

• Steven Dalli-Hill

Senior of the Year

• Pauline Browes

Volunteer Service Award

• Ann Marie Tinney
• Marian Neill

Environment Award

• Faye McFarlane

Innovation Award

• Harwood Memorial Parks and Recreation Club

Good Neighbour Award

• Pilgrim Farms

The 2023 Community Recognition and Volunteer Appreciation Event was held November 19, 2023, at the Baltimore Recreation Centre. The event was attended by over 100 people there to celebrate the achievements and dedication of our award winners and volunteers.

Mayor's Award of Excellence

• Dan Besso

Outstanding Youth

• Rowyn Doyle

Volunteer Service Award

• Patti Branning
• Elaine Daignault

Environment Award

• Blue Dot Northumberland

Innovation Award

• Bethlehem Walk Committee