Huron-Bruce MP seeks nominations for Canada 150 citizenship medallions

In honour of the 150th anniversary of Confederation, Huron-Bruce MP Ben Lobb will be honoring great Canadians in the riding, with Canada 150 citizenship medallions.

This award is an opportunity to celebrate Canada’s shared history and achievements. Therefore, Lobb is seeking nominations for the medallion which will recognize individuals in Huron-Bruce who have demonstrated outstanding contributions and good citizenship in the community.

“These medallions provide an opportunity for Canadians to nominate and honour extraordinary citizens who have made outstanding contributions to our communities,” said Lobb.

To be eligible for this honour, a person:
 

• Must be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada
• Must have made a significant contribution to the community within Canada, or an achievement abroad that brings credit to Canada
• Must have demonstrated good citizenship in the community
• Must be alive on Feb. 15, 2017 - the medal can be awarded posthumously, as long as the recipient was alive on that date

Nominations (along with the nominator’s full name and a contact number) can be mailed care of:

Huron-Bruce MP Ben Lobb
5101B Highway 21
Port Elgin, Ontario
N0H 2C5

A short statement or a brief summary of the nominee’s achievements should be provided, along with the following information about the nominee and a completed nomination form:
 

• Full name
• Rank and title
• Home address
• Telephone number
• Short statement explaining the reason for the nomination
• Photo (optional)

The deadline for nominations is June 1. Details on presentation ceremonies will be provided at a future date.

Nominations submitted to Lobb’s office must recognize the contributions of individuals residing in the Huron-Bruce electoral district.