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New Award Program Coming to Woodstock

Friday, 2 October 2026 16:44

By Kyle Freel @KFreelHeartFM

Volunteers in the Friendly City will have the opportunity to be honoured with a new program being launched.

WOODSTOCK - A new awards program is coming to Woodstock.

The new Friendly City Volunteer Recognition Awards will recognize outstanding volunteers who give their time, skills, and energy to make a difference in others' lives and strengthen the community. Each year, Council may recognize up to five individuals or organizations through the program.

Nominations can be submitted in six categories. Those categories are listed below.

Youth of the Year - recognizing an outstanding young volunteer aged 18 or younger.
Senior of the Year - recognizing a resident aged 55 or older who has made significant contributions to the community over at least five years.
Environmental Stewardship Award - recognizing an individual or group demonstrating exceptional leadership and dedication to environmental sustainability.
Good Neighbour Award - recognizing an Oxford County resident who makes a difference in the lives of Woodstock residents
Organization of the Year - recognizing a Woodstock not-for-profit organization that has made significant contributions through volunteer service and/or sponsorship.
Citizen of the Year - recognizing a Woodstock resident aged 18 or older who has made significant, long-standing contributions to the community over at least five years.

The city is accepting nominations for the inaugural Friendly City Volunteer Recognition Awards from Nov. 1 until Dec. 31, 2026. Woodstock City Council will recognize recipients in April during National Volunteer Week.

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