CVC seeks nominations for environmental awards

November 9, 2016 · 0 Comments

Do you know a local community group, youth group, school, business or landowner that inspires environmental change through their leadership?
If so, Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) wants to hear from you.
CVC is seeking nominations for its annual Friends of the Credit Conservation Awards. The nomination process only takes a few minutes and is open until Nov. 18.
“Conservation efforts in our community reach far beyond the work we do as an organization,” said CVC’s Deputy CAO and Director of Watershed Transformation Mike Puddister. “Last year we honoured 23 recipients who stood out as leaders and environmental champions. We feel it’s important to recognize and celebrate the talents and achievements of those who demonstrate such a strong commitment to our local environment.”
The awards program recognizes one-time projects and initiatives, as well as those that have extended over multiple years. Consideration is given to all projects that promote a healthy environment. The nomination process is open to individuals, organizations, schools, businesses and youth (25 and under) who have made a significant contribution to protect, preserve and restore nature in the Credit River watershed. The Friends of the Credit Conservation Awards are given annually to those who stand out as environmental champions in the community.
Nominations are reviewed by the CVC Board of Directors who make the final award selection. Awards are issued in five categories: Conservation Award of Excellence; Conservation Award of Distinction; Award of Merit; Young Conservationist Award; and Watershed Legacy Donor.
The awards program was established in 1986. It is an opportunity for the CVC Board of Directors to recognize those who have demonstrated a flair for positive environmental enhancement. Nominations can be entered online at www.creditvalleyca.ca/nominate
For more information about the awards program, or examples of past winners, visit www.creditvalleyca.ca/conservationawards