News release

Mississauga Honours Community Volunteers and Achievers

Civic Recognition

Local government | June 5, 2018

Mayor Bonnie Crombie and Members of Council will honour residents and organizations whose volunteer work and achievements make the city a great place to live, work and play.

More than 100 eligible nominees will receive a Civic Award of Recognition in the following areas:
•    Residents who have volunteered in the community for 10 years or more.
•    Businesses, community groups or individuals who have consistently removed barriers for people with disabilities.
•    Youth ages 14 to 24 who volunteer for more than 100 hours in community and civic activities.
•    Individuals, groups and organizations that have earned acclaim in arts or sports at the national or international level.

When:
Tuesday, June 12, 2018
Ceremony in Council Chamber:         7 to 8 p.m.
Reception in Great Hall:                     8:30 to 9 p.m.

Where:
Mississauga Civic Centre – Council Chamber
300 City Centre Drive
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Who:
Mayor Bonnie Crombie
Members of Council
2018 Civic Recognition Award recipients

This year the award ceremony will be live streamed from 7 to 8 p.m. on the City’s website at mississagua.ca/livestreaming.

Mississauga is an inclusive city that welcomes diversity and encourages residents of all ages and backgrounds to take part in civic life. Launched in 1992, the Civic Recognition Program recognizes outstanding achievements, community volunteers and important milestones of residents and community groups. Mayor and Members of Council honour award recipients at a special ceremony each year.

The Civic Recognition Program also includes the Certificate of Recognition, Civic Award of Merit and Civic Award of Philanthropy.

For more information about Mississauga’s Civic Recognition Program, visit mississauga.ca/civicrecognition

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Media Contact:
Leslyn V. Johnson
Senior Communications Advisor
City of Mississauga
905-615-3200, ext. 3278
TTY: 905-896-5151
Leslyn.Johnson@mississauga.ca