Awards
Community Living Ontario values the many dedicated individuals and groups in our communities who promote the inclusion of people who have an intellectual disability in all aspects of our communities. Every year, Community Living Awards recognize the remarkable efforts and contributions of individuals and organizations that further the vision and goals of our Community Living movement.
We encourage members to consider making nominations as a way of recognizing the contribution of those around us.
Canadian Association for Community Living Inclusive Education Award Ontario
The Inclusive Education Award is given by the Canadian Association for Community Living to an individual or team in each of the 13 provinces and territories who has made a positive contribution towards the goal of meaningful inclusion in the education system of students who have a disability.
Deadline for nominations is January 31, 2013 at 4:00 pm. More info
Anne Stafford "Light Up the Future" Bursary
The Anne Stafford "Light Up the Future" Bursary is awarded to support individuals who have an intellectual disability to pursue a personal development opportunity through either an education program or personal interest course.
Application Form - Deadline for the application is May 31, 4:00 pm.
Click here to see a sample form.
James Montgomerie Community Award
The James Montgomerie Community Award is awarded to an organization that demonstrates leadership and innovation in furthering Community Living goals and vision.
Nomination Form - Deadline for nominations is May 31, 4:00 pm.
James Montgomerie Honour Award
This award is given to a person who has an intellectual disability who promotes equality of all citizens.
Nomination Form - Deadline for nominations is May 31, 4:00 pm.
Newsletter Award
This award recognizes the outstanding efforts in writing and designing local newsletters. There are two categories: general newsletters and individual articles.
Entry Form - Deadline for nominations is May 31, 4:00 pm.
Media Awards
The Media Awards are presented to journalists who have demonstrated excellence in raising public awareness of Community Living issues and help to further the cause of the Community Living movement in print, radio and/or television media.
Nomination Form - Deadline for nominations is May 31, 4:00 pm.
Social Media Award
This award is designed to encourage and recognize excellence in the use of social media by a local association in spreading the messages of Community Living.
Nomination Form - Deadline for nominations is May 31, 4:00 pm.
Awards of Distinction
From time to time, the Board of Directors of Community Living Ontario also recognizes people and organizations for their unique gifts and compelling contributions to the vision of inclusion and citizenship of people who have an intellectual disability.
Recognition of Lifetime Achievement
This special award is presented on occasion to individuals to recognize unparalleled contribution to the goals of Community Living Ontario.
Honourary Life Membership
Given by the Board of Directors to honour the remarkable contributions of individuals.
William G. Davis Award
This award is named after former Ontario Premier William G. Davis. It has been presented only once at the Community Living Day at the Legislature in May, 2005.
Community Catalyst Award and Innovation Award
These awards are currently under review.
For more information please contact:
info [at] communitylivingontario [dot] ca or 416-447-4348 or 1-800-278-8025
