Community Awards

The Oshawa Community Awards include several categories that honour community members, businesses and organizations for their outstanding contributions to our city.

Nominations for the 2026 awards will be open from February 10 to March 10.

Accessibility Improvement Award

Celebrates individuals, businesses or organizations that make significant efforts to enhance accessibility and inclusion within the City of Oshawa.

Learn more here

Citizen Volunteer Award

Recognizes dedicated individuals who have volunteered with an organization or agency for at least five years.

Details coming soon

Community Legend Award

Recognizes a person or organization/group that has made a significant impact on the Oshawa community through arts and culture, sports or local initiatives.

Learn about this award

Culture Counts Awards

Celebrates the creative and cultural achievements of Oshawa’s arts and heritage community. It includes three categories: professional artist, emerging artist, and innovation and creation champion.

Find more information here

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Champions Award

Recognizes individuals, community organizations and businesses that have taken efforts to enhance equity and belonging in the city.

Launching in 2026

E.P. Taylor Windfields Farm Champion Award

Honours a person or group who shows innovation and has overcome adversity. It celebrates champions within the community whose achievements reflect perseverance and significant positive impact. 

Nominations opening soon

Service Oshawa
Oshawa City Hall
50 Centre St. S.
Oshawa, ON L1H 3Z7
Phone: 905-436-3311
Toll Free: 1-800-667-4292
Email: service@oshawa.ca