The Order of Collingwood is a time-honoured tradition, established in 1983, recognizing exemplary volunteerism within the community by individuals who enhance the social well-being, natural or cultural environment, or recreational character of the Town of Collingwood.
In 2003, the Companion of the Order of Collingwood was introduced to further recognize past Order recipients who, through their continued volunteer efforts, continue to go above and beyond in strengthening the community.
These awards celebrate the vital role of volunteers whose contributions make Collingwood an enviable place to live, work, and play.
Nomination Process & Requirements
The nominee must volunteer in the Town of Collingwood, to the primary benefit of the Collingwood community, and have received no remuneration or financial benefit from their volunteer service\
- Nominees do not need to be residents of the Town of Collingwood, provided their volunteer contributions benefit the community and residents of the Town.
- Nominee contributions must have been made on a continuous basis over a period of not less than two years (with the exception of youth volunteerism).
- The nominee must not be a member of the current Municipal Council.
Awards may be awarded/presented posthumously.
The Companion of the Order of Collingwood follows the same requirements as the Order of Collingwood; however this award is reserved for former Order of Collingwood recipients who, through their continued volunteer efforts, improve the overall character of Collingwood. - Volunteer contributions must have been made for a period of not less than five years after receiving the Order of Collingwood; or
- In exceptional circumstances, nominees may be considered after one year of continued volunteer service, provided they have contributed a minimum of 25 years of volunteerism that has left a lasting and significant impact on Collingwood.
Nomination Packages
Completed nomination packages should not exceed 4 pages and must include:
• A completed nomination form
• A letter of support from the nominator
• Two (2) additional letters of support
Nomination forms are available for download and by web form submission at www.collingwood.ca/order. Print copies are also available at Town Hall, 97 Hurontario Street. Completed print nomination packages can be submitted via email to: orderofcollingwood@collingwood.ca, or in person at Town Hall.
2025 Nomination Period
Nominations for the 2025 Order of Collingwood awards will be open from Monday, October 6, 2025, to Friday, November 7, 2025, at 4:30 p.m.
Pictured: From the January 2025 Mayor's New Year's Levee, the 2024 Order of Collingwood Recipients with Council. Back row: Dean Hollin (MC), Councillors Jeffery, Potts and Ring, Mayor Hamlin, Councillors Ring, Baines and Doherty, Deputy Mayor Fryer and Town Crier, Ken Templeman. Front row: 2024 Order of Collingwood Recipients: Hella Sandberg, Naomi Paterson, Dr. John Miller and Murray Knowles.