The Order of Ottawa, established in 2012, celebrates outstanding citizens of Ottawa. This prestigious, civic award recognizes exceptional citizens who have achieved the highest level of excellence and achievement in many fields of endeavour, have brought honour and prestige to themselves and made significant contributions to the community that benefit the citizens of Ottawa. 

Please take a moment to nominate an Ottawa resident whose extraordinary work and dedication have helped make Ottawa a better place to live.

Eligibility Terms and Criteria

Any resident of Ottawa who has made a major impact, influence and outstanding benefit to our community and the broader community through career and community contributions is eligible for nomination.

Nominations will be considered every year for five consecutive years from the date of submission. Supplemental information outlining new significant accomplishments and contributions can be submitted by the original nominator to OrderofOttawa@ottawa.ca (link opens email application)

Ineligible Criteria

Nomination submissions consisting exclusively of volunteer work will not be considered. 

Ineligible Nominations

• self-nominations

• nominations of immediate family members

• posthumous nominations

• elected federal, provincial, or municipal politician currently in office

• sitting judge of any court

• municipal, provincial, and federal officials currently in office

• A volunteer

The nomination deadline is Friday, September 13, 2024 at 11:59 P.M. EST.