Do you know a Mississauga resident who has gone above and beyond to make a positive difference in our community?
Nominations are now being accepted for the Gordon S. Shipp Memorial Award for Citizen of the Year. Named in memory of Gordon S. Shipp, who was a local custom home builder and Chairman of the Board of Shipp Corporation Ltd., the award commemorates Shipp’s legacy of dedication and service to the community.
Mississauga residents eligible for this award are those who have unselfishly given their time and energy to make a positive difference in the community and make life better for citizens.
Recipients are those who have shown outstanding leadership, community service and philanthropic efforts. They are known for their positive attitude and ability to inspire others through unmatched teamwork and commitment.
How to submit a nomination
Nominations are open until April 6, 2026. The process is simple:
- Visit the City’s Civic Recognition webpage: Mississauga.ca/CivicRec
- Review the Citizen of the Year award criteria
- Given their time and energy, for the betterment of the community and its citizens
- Demonstrated exceptional leadership, community service, or philanthropic commitment
- Inspired others through a positive attitude, collaboration, and dedication to civic life
- Email civicrecognition.program@mississauga.ca with a detailed description of the nominee’s achievements and contributions
A volunteer selection committee will review all submissions and bring forward a recommendation to Mississauga City Council for final approval.
The recipient of the Citizen of the Year Award will be invited to receive their award during an evening ceremony at Mississauga City Hall later this year.
Community groups play an important role in helping identify those members of our community whose quiet leadership and generosity often go unrecognized.
Please reflect on the individuals connected to your organization and consider putting forward a nomination.
For more information, visit the Community Recognition Program website: mississauga.ca/CivicRec and please reach out if you have any questions.
Background
As approved by Council in late last year, the City of Mississauga is now responsible for the Gordon S. Shipp Memorial Award for Citizen of the Year. The award was last presented in May 2025 by Cornerstone Association of REALTORS® and will be presented in 2026 as part of the City’s annual Civic Recognition evening this fall.
Gordon S. Shipp Memorial Award for Citizen of the Year, named in memory of Gordon S. Shipp, commemorates his legacy of dedication and service to the community. It recognizes a resident of Mississauga who has given unselfishly of their time and energy, for the betterment of the community and its citizens. Recipients are celebrated for his or her outstanding leadership, community service, and philanthropic efforts and are known for their positive attitude and ability to inspire others through co-operation and dedication.