Mayor's Awards

The Guelph Mayor’s Awards recognize people who make our city a better place through volunteer service.

Nominations are open for 2025 Mayor’s Awards

Nominate an individual for the 2024 Mayor’s Awards at before 4:30 p.m. on December 1, 2025.

You can submit a nomination using the online application form or by requesting a hard copy of the form from the Mayor’s Office at [email protected] or 519-837-5643.

Submit a nomination form online

Submissions for the Mayor’s Awards must include a 250-750 word description of the nominee’s contributions along with contact information for the nominee and nominator. While it is not mandatory for nominees to live or work in Guelph, they must volunteer in Guelph to be eligible for the Mayor’s Award. Nominees’ achievements may include a mix of volunteer and paid efforts. Self-nominations are not eligible.

The Mayor’s Awards have been presented since 1997, with a pause during the COVID-19 pandemic. Honourees have been recognized for volunteer contributions to many different aspects of city life, including arts and culture, health and mental health, community building, athletics, and the environment.

The 2024 Mayor’s Awards will be presented in person on February 12, 2026 at the Mayor’s State of the City Address, an event hosted by the Guelph Chamber of Commerce.

For more information

Mayor’s Office
[email protected]
519-837-5643