Shine a light on a community hero: nominations for the 2025 Civic Awards of Recognition are open

By August 8, 2025Announcement, Events

Recognize and celebrate outstanding contributions of neighbours in your community.

August 8, 2025

Nominations are open for the City of Mississauga’s 2025 Civic Awards of Recognition. Take this opportunity to celebrate the outstanding contributions of individuals and businesses in our community by nominating them for an award. Your nomination can help shine a light on those who truly make a difference.

Until October 28, nominations are being accepted for remarkable individuals, community groups and businesses whose contributions inspire greatness and help make Mississauga a special place to live, work, learn and play.

Achievements are recognized in the following five categories:

Voluntary Community Service

Individuals or groups that have improved the quality of life in Mississauga through volunteer efforts.

Youth Community and Civic Engagement

Youth between ages 14 and 24 who have contributed more than 140 volunteer hours to community or civic activities.

Achievement in Sports

Athletes or teams that have won championships at a city-wide, regional, provincial, national or international level.

Achievement in Arts

Artists or arts groups that have won competitions, juried shows or exhibitions. Outstanding accomplishments in academic fields may also be recognized.

City Volunteer Program

Recognizes those nominated who have contributed several volunteer hours to community or civic activities through the City’s volunteer programs.

Nomination process:

  1. Visit the Civic Recognition webpage.
  2. Review the awards criteria.
  3. Email civicrecognition.program@mississauga.ca with a description of the nominee’s achievement or community service activities.

The City will review nominations on a first-come, first-served basis. The nomination period will close at 11:59 p.m. EST on October 28, 2025.

Nominees who qualify will be invited to receive their award during an evening ceremony at Mississauga City Hall on November 18, 2025.

For more information, visit the webpage.