2025 Citizen of the Year Award - Business Excellence Awards

  • Citizen of the Year Award

    The Citizen of the Year Award, presented by the Cornwall and Area Chamber of Commerce, honors an individual whose extraordinary contributions have made a lasting positive impact on the community. Established in 1972, this prestigious award recognizes individuals who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, dedication, and a commitment to improving the lives of those who live and work in Cornwall and the surrounding area. The recipient of this award exemplifies the spirit of community and serves as an inspiration for others to follow.

    Note: Elected officials currently serving in office are not eligible for nomination.

    The Citizen of the Year Award is a celebration of the exceptional individuals who make our community stronger, and we encourage you to nominate those who inspire positive change and serve as pillars of the Cornwall area.

    Past Winners:

    • 2024: Mike Turcotte (Ghost Walk for Charity founder, Girls Hockey Assoc.)
    • 2023: Wes Libbey (Kinsmen Club member, Town Crier)
    • 2022: Lynn Chauvin (Volunteer for multiple local, health, and charity organizations)
    • 2021: Lee Theodore (Community advocate and entrepreneur)

     

    Recommendations for possible candidates can include some or all of the following traits: 

    • A resident who has demonstrated excellence in Cornwall's community service and has substantially enhanced its citizens' well-being.
    • The services provided are not part of the ordinary course of professional or business duties. Instead, the contribution has been given freely without thought of receiving any personal or financial gain.
    • The achievement may include community service in various sectors, including business and industry, sports, and culture, heritage conversation, the environment, etc.

    Important Notes:

    • Please ensure all fields are completed to the best of your ability.
    • Nominations will be reviewed by a selection committee.
    • All nominees will be notified of their nomination status.
    • The award recipient will be announced at the Business Excellence Awards on Friday, October 2nd, 2026.

    If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us by phone at 613-933-4004 or by emailing info@cornwallchamber.com.

     

  • Nominee Information

     We need to collect the following contact information in order to verify the nominee. 

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  • Nominee Criteria

    We need the following information to present to the Business Excellence Award committee. 

  • Recommendations for possible candidates can include some or all of the following traits (Please select those that apply):

  • Letters of Recommendation and Supporting Documents

    Letters of Recommendation and supporting documents are encouraged, but not required. You may upload up to documents here. You may also forward any additional information to accompany this nomination by emailing info@cornwallchamber.com

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    We need your information to verify the submission, and, if need be, to contact you for any questions or follow-up regarding your nominee submission.

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