Canada’s Volunteer Awards (CVA) Program, presented by the Government of Canada, recognizes volunteers, not-for-profit organizations, charities, social enterprises and businesses for their contributions across the country. The Awards Program highlights the positive impacts of volunteering and showcases how volunteerism strengthens communities. Canada’s Volunteer Awards recognizes recipients at a national ceremony. Recipients also take part in a session to share best practices in volunteering. All award recipients receive a certificate.
Recipients also choose a registered not-for-profit organization in Canada to receive a grant:
- $10,000 for the national award
- $5,000 for the regional awards
National Award
The Thérèse Casgrain Lifelong Achievement Award
This category is open to individuals who have volunteered for 20 years or more and who:
- inspired other volunteers
- made a difference through volunteering
Regional Awards
One recipient will be awarded in each of the 5 regions:
- Atlantic (Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New Brunswick)
- Quebec
- Ontario
- Prairies (Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta)
- British Columbia and the North (Nunavut, Northwest Territories and Yukon)
Eligibility
- individuals or groups
- businesses
- social enterprises
- not-for-profit organizations
- charities
Only 1 nomination will be accepted per nominee. Political and public advocacy work is not eligible.
Nomination Deadline: May 8, 2025.
For further information about Canada’s Volunteer Awards Program and application details, click here.