Deadline: 15-Sep-21
The Government of Alberta has announced the applications for Stars of Alberta Volunteer Awards to recognize extraordinary Albertans whose volunteer efforts have contributed to the well-being of their community and fellow community members.
Categories
- Youth, adult and senior categories
- Two awards are given annually on or around International Volunteer Day, December 5, in these categories:
- youth (up to 24 years old)
- adult
- senior
- Two awards are given annually on or around International Volunteer Day, December 5, in these categories:
- Breaking Barriers category
- The Breaking Barriers category recognizes exceptional volunteers who are working to create communities that are diverse and inclusive.
- Three awards will be presented to individuals who volunteer in these areas:
- addressing racism
- advocating for LGBTQ2S+ inclusion
- fighting gender discrimination
Eligibility Criteria
- Only one category may be selected for each nomination.
- Nominations must be for outstanding achievements of individuals in the designated category – group nominations will not be accepted.
- Youth, adult and senior categories
- Albertans are eligible for a Stars of Alberta Volunteer Award – in the youth, adult or senior categories – if they:
- exemplify the spirit of community service
- demonstrate exemplary initiative, leadership and creativity in their service to others
- serve as a role model for others in their community
- inspire others to engage in volunteer service
- improve the overall quality of life of fellow Albertans and community as a whole
- Albertans are eligible for a Stars of Alberta Volunteer Award – in the youth, adult or senior categories – if they:
- Breaking Barriers category
- Albertans are eligible for a Stars of Alberta Volunteer Award – in the Breaking Barriers category – if they:
- address racism or reduce barriers for racialized communities
- increase and promote intercultural understanding and trust between communities
- promote LGBTQ2S+ inclusion or address barriers for LGBTQ2S+ people
- fight gender discrimination and reduce barriers for women, girls and gender-diverse people.
- Albertans are eligible for a Stars of Alberta Volunteer Award – in the Breaking Barriers category – if they:
For more information, visit https://www.alberta.ca/stars-of-alberta-volunteer-awards.aspx