Celebrate a volunteer in the community who’s making life better in King
Township of King, Ont. (January 30, 2026) — Help celebrate the unsung heroes in King Township—those who make the community a better place through their tireless work and selfless actions—by nominating them for a 2026 Volunteer Appreciation Award. Nominations open on February 1 and can be submitted until February 28 at king.ca/awards.
The nomination categories are:
- Citizen of the Year Award: An award given to a citizen to recognize and honour outstanding contributions to the Township.
- Lifetime Achievement Award: An award to recognize outstanding citizenship within the community, with many years of dedicated service and devotion to the residents of King.
- Senior Award of Merit: An award given to a senior citizen to recognize and honour special contributions to the senior’s population.
- Youth Award of Merit: An award given to a younger citizen to highlight special contributions to the Township.
- Special Recognition Award – Resident and Non-Resident: An award given to one or more citizens or an organization for a special contribution made to the community in whole or in part.
Last year, 34 award recipients were recognized for their contributions to making King an exceptional place to live. Their areas of volunteering include youth sports, arts, charity and community events, libraries, environmental advocacy and initiatives, the King Township Food Bank and the Mayor’s Youth Action Team.
Learn more about last year’s recipients at king.ca/AwardRecipients.
Submitting your nomination
Submitting a nomination is an opportunity to highlight and celebrate the impact of those who continually give their time and energy to making a difference in King Township.
All nomination forms must be submitted online, in-person or via mail by the deadline of Saturday, Feb. 28 at 11:59 p.m. Submit a nomination online at king.ca/awards.
Hardcopy versions can be submitted in-person or mailed to King Township’s Events Division at:
Community Services - Events Division
Township of King
2585 King Road
King City, ON L7B 1A1
The 2026 Award recipients will be celebrated during a special invitation-only ceremony for family and friends, to be held at the King Township Municipal Centre on Thursday, April 23 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
The awards ceremony will come during National Volunteer Week from April 19 to 25 and recognizes the vital role volunteers play in strengthening our community. Volunteering not only enriches the lives of those who give their time but also creates a more connected and supportive community for all.
To learn more and view the full list of criteria, visit king.ca/awards.
Questions or looking for support in the application process? Email events@king.ca or call 905-833-5321.
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Mayor of King Township, Steve Pellegrini
“Volunteers are the driving force of our community, and their dedication to making a difference is what makes life truly better in King. I encourage everyone to nominate those who continue to step up and make an impact so we can shine a spotlight on their invaluable contributions and recognize their efforts as community builders for King Township.”
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Media Contact(s)
Township of King
Carling Fee, Communications Specialist
Township of King | Phone: 905-833-4575 | Email: media@king.ca