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| Mandate and Purpose |
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The purpose of the Commemorative Awards Selection Panel is to determine recipients of the Order of Orillia Award and inductees into the Orillia Hall of Fame. The Selection Panel operates at arm's length from Council to solicit nominees for these awards, and determine the manner of award and presentation. In other matters as directed by Council, the Selection Panel may act as an advisory group reporting to Council Committee. The Selection Panel follows City Policy 1.3.1.5. |
| Membership |
| The Committee is comprised of five members: four eligible electors of the City of Orillia and one member who may be a local area resident. |
Order of Orillia |
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Know a great volunteer? Would you like to honour them for their work in the community? The Order of Orillia is an award which provides recognition to the unsung hero; the people who have dedicated their lives to make a difference in the community and enrich the lives of others through volunteering. Nominations for the Order of Orillia Award are welcome at any time of the year and the award is typically made during a Council meeting during Volunteer Week each April. Order of Orillia Nomination Application |
Orillia Hall of Fame |
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The Commemorative Awards Selection Panel is focused on celebrating Orillia’s past and present residents who have remarkable achievements in such areas as the arts, sports, philanthropy, and politics. Nominations for the Orillia Hall of Fame are accepted at any time during the year and reviewed on an as required basis. Awards are generally made in the fall of the year. Hall of Fame Nomination Application Hall of Fame Book - 2020 Edition - the Hall of Fame book is updated once within each four-year term of Council. List of Orillia Hall of Fame Members
Orillia Hall of Fame Banners A downtown street banner is created for each member inducted. A variety of the banners are displayed along Mississaga Street by the Downtown Orillia Management Board as space permits throughout the summer and fall each year. |
| Recent Minutes |
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Minutes of the former Commemorative Awards Committee are available by contacting Jocelyn French.
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