Nominate an outstanding youth for a KYAC Youth Award

Do you know an outstanding youth who strives to make their school, neighbourhood or community a better place? It is time to recognize them with a Kitchener Youth Action Council (KYAC) Youth Award.

Every year, the KYAC Youth Awards recognize the efforts of young people and the valuable contributions they make to our community. To be eligible, a nominee should:

• be between the ages of 14 and 24
• live in the Kitchener-Waterloo area
• have completed their volunteer work or community contributions within the Kitchener community

Nominations are now open with thirteen award categories to choose from, including:

• Arts and culture,
• Entrepreneurship,
• Environmental stewardship,
• Intergenerational,
• Leadership,
• Personal triumph,
• Service and caregiving,
• Social action and justice,
• Sports and recreation,
• Unity in diversity,
• Group (teamwork & collaboration)

In addition, the Youth Ally Award recognizes an adult over the age of 24 who is a role model, mentor or support to youth in their community.

By nominating a young person for a KYAC Youth Award, you acknowledge their gifts and contributions and their commitment to the community. A nomination shows them that the work they do is noticed, valued and appreciated.

The deadline for submission is April 4, 2025. The KYAC Youth Awards will be presented at a celebration event during Youth Month in May.

For more information or to nominate a youth, visit www.kitchener.ca/YouthAwards.