Nominate someone for an Outstanding Youth Achievement Award

These awards are for Yukon youth who:

• are involved in their Yukon communities in constructive and positive ways such as volunteering, fundraising, helping seniors and Elders and being a positive role model;
• are a Yukon resident and between 15 and 20 years old by April 1 of the nomination year; and
• have bettered themselves, their community and others through their actions.

How to nominate 

1. The nominee must meet the award criteria.
2. Complete the nomination form.
3. Submit the form:
   Email: [email protected]

Nomination deadline

Nominations are accepted between January 1 and May 1 every year.

Selection process and criteria

• Our staff select the recipients. We try to select 2 youth from Yukon communities and 2 from Whitehorse when possible.
• We'll contact award recipients once we make a decision.

Award

Recipients will receive:

• $250;
• a poster featuring their photo and synopsis of their achievements; and
• a certificate of recognition from the Commissioner's Office.

These awards are sponsored by the Youth Directorate in partnership with the Office of the Commissioner.