The YMCA’s Red Triangle Award and Leader to Watch Award return to recognize individuals who have shown outstanding community involvement.
In announcing the call for nominations for this year’s awards, YMCA of Greater Saint John President and CEO, Shilo Boucher said many past recipients continue to serve the community.
The Red Triangle Award has been awarded since 1990 to an active volunteer who made a difference through their work and achievements within the Y or community and have shown a lifelong commitment to the community.
The Red Triangle Award criteria includes:
- Contributed to furthering the mission and values of the Y of Greater Saint John
- Enhanced the work of the Y and/or other charitable organizations through philanthropy
- Demonstrated social responsibility
- Been an active volunteer and demonstrated a commitment to the community
- Made a difference to Canadian society
The Leader to Watch Award has been presented since 2002 to a youth role model in the Y community, age 35 or younger, who demonstrates skills, enthusiasm and leadership in their work, in educational settings and as a volunteer in the community.
The Leader to Watch Award criteria includes:
- Determined to lead, demonstrating their leadership skills at work and as a volunteer
- Willing to act and support the constructive actions of others
- A role model, encouraging and inspiring to other young people
- Participating in shaping the future of the community
The submission deadline is May 28. Those interested in nominating someone for either award can visit the local YMCA’s website to complete a nomination form.
