Nominations Now Open For 2025 Civic Awards

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Nominations are now open for the City of Peterborough’s 2025 Civic Awards.

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The annual Civic Awards recognize and honour local volunteers and those who had a positive impact or outstanding achievement in 2025 through sports, arts, culture or volunteer work.  

“The Civic Awards celebrate the dedication and contributions of individuals and groups across our community whose achievements deserve recognition. By submitting a nomination, residents can help honour those whose efforts have made a meaningful and positive difference in Peterborough,” said Mayor Jeff Leal.

Individuals or groups may be recognized across 12 award categories: 

  • Adult Athlete of the Year 

  • Athletic Award of Merit 

  • Community Betterment 

  • Cultural Betterment 

  • Environmental Stewardship 

  • Holnbeck Award 

  • Junior Athlete of the Year 

  • Lifetime Achievement Award 

  • Mayor’s Youth Award 

  • Senior Athlete of the Year 

  • Volunteer of the Year 

  • Youth Volunteer of the Year 

Nominees must be residents and/or property owners in the City of Peterborough. Individuals living outside the City may be recognized if they are part of a city-based group or team receiving an award. Nominees for the Holnbeck Award may be residents of either the City or County of Peterborough. All nominees must be volunteers. 

To submit a nomination, visit the website to complete the form and find information on award categories, the nomination process and past winners. Paper copies of the nomination form are also available from the Clerk’s Office at City Hall, 500 George St. N. 

Nominations will close on Mar. 13 at 4:30 p.m. 

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