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Join us virtually on Dec. 22 at 7 p.m. as we recognize the 2020 Order of Vaughan Recipients. To view this livestream event, visit vaughan.ca/live.

What is it?

The Order of Vaughan is the highest honour the City of Vaughan may present. The award recognizes individuals who have made a significant and enduring contribution to the City of Vaughan through their endeavors in one of the following categories:  

Arts and Entertainment​ ​Media and Communications ​Athletics
​Health and Wellness ​Business ​Philanthropy
​Public Service ​Education ​Science and Technology
​Not-For-Profit ​Equity and Diversity ​Accessibility
​Environment ​ ​Spirituality

 

Who is eligible?


To be eligible to be considered for the Order of Vaughan, a nominee must be a living person at the time of nomination and have made a significant contribution to the City. A person under consideration for the Order of Vaughan does not need to live in Vaughan to receive the award.

Nominations will NOT be accepted for staff currently employed by the City of Vaughan, or for current elected public office holders at the federal, provincial or municipal level.  Self-nominations will also NOT be accepted.

 

How do I nominate?

To nominate a deserving individual, you must complete a nomination form available online, or at City Hall from the Office of the City Clerk. Any supporting documents must be included with the form at the time of submission, and should speak to the character and accomplishments of the nominee.

Nominations may be submitted by email to orderofvaughan@vaughan.ca or by mail to the Office of the City Clerk, Attention Order of Vaughan, 2141 Major Mackenzie Drive, Vaughan ON L6A 1T1.

 

What do I need to provide with the nomination form?

In addition to the nomination form available online, you must provide three (3) reference letters describing the impact and achievements of the individual you have nominated. These letters should be from persons who have had firsthand knowledge and experience with the nominee, and can provide sufficient detail about what they have done.

You are also encouraged to provide supporting material that help provide background or expand on the achievements and accomplishments of your nominee. These documents include news articles, reviews, samples of their writings, products or creations (excerpts from a book or academic paper, musical composition, painting, etc.). Please ensure you provide the supporting material and NOT a link to a website or video.

 

How are the recipients chosen?

Completed nominations will be considered by the Order of Vaughan Selection Committee who will recommend successful nominations to Council for approval.
 

When are they awarded?

The Order of Vaughan is presented at an investiture ceremony conducted annually.
 
 
CLICK HERE TO VIEW A LIST OF PAST RECIPIENTS OF THE ORDER OF VAUGHAN
 
 

 Contact Information

 

Office of the City Clerk

Phone: 905-832-2281 ext. 8905

Email: orderofvaughan@vaughan.ca

Location:
Vaughan City Hall, Level 100
2141 Major Mackenzie Dr.
Vaughan, ON L6A 1T1

 

 Related Links

 
  • Past Recipients
  • Office of the City Clerk
 

 Additional Resources

 
  • Order of Vaughan Nomination Form 2020
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