Lieutenant Governor's Community Leadership Awards
42nd Annual Volunteer Awards
Thursday, April 30, 2026
Club Regent Event Centre
Deadline for nominations is
Friday January 30, 2026
The Lieutenant Governor's Community Leadership Awards recognize individuals from across Manitoba for their exceptional contributions to the community through leadership in voluntary service.
Those considered for the award will have played a significant role in IDENTIFYING a need in the community, INITIATING creative and meaningful ways to fill that need, and MOTIVATING others to join them in service for the greater good.
Up to four awards will be presented annually, one in each of the following categories:
- Youth (under 30)
- Urban
- Rural
- Northern
The Lieutenant Governor's Awards were originally established by former lieutenant-governor Peter M. Liba in 2000 and have been supported by all lieutenant-governors who followed.
"Everywhere I go I am reminded of the rich spirit of volunteerism that exists in this great province. In communities large and small, Manitobans give so much of their time, talent and creativity to impact and enrich the lives of others, and make a difference," said Her Honour The Honourable Anita Neville, Lieutenant Governor of Manitoba. "I encourage you to recognize a worthy volunteer by nominating them for this award."
Eligibility Criteria
The Lieutenant Governor's Community Leadership Awards will be presented to individuals who have embodied the spirit of volunteerism and have made a lasting and meaningful contribution through their volunteer activities to one or more of the following:
- Their communities.
- Charitable or non-profit organizations and groups.
- Community boards, associations, or groups.
- Public institutions (arts, education, correctional, health, libraries).
- Faith-based groups.
Eligible nominees must:
- Be living residents of Manitoba who have been actively involved in volunteer service, and encompass the spirit of volunteerism in their daily lives, striving to inspire others.
- Contribute significant time and service to the community without any remuneration or compensation for their efforts.
- Through their service, provide their peers, colleagues and community at large with a better understanding and appreciation of the importance of volunteerism.
How to submit a nomination
- Complete the online nomination form (see below)
- Attach to the online form any supporting information you wish the jury to review. This could include: supporting letters (no more than 2), newsletter clippings (please submit only information pertaining to the nominee, and not a full newsletter), media coverage, or photos.
Please note, you can only upload one attachment so please combine your information into one document. If you are not able to do so, please email additional information to awards@volunteermanitoba.ca and include the nominee's name and the award category in the subject line.
Judging
An independent panel of judges reviews all nominations and will select the award recipient(s). If selected as a recipient, nominees will be notified in early March 2026.
