Celebrating 50 Years of UCC-OPC: The Trillium Award

Q: What is a UCC – OPC Member Organization?

A member in good standing with the Ukrainian Canadian Congress – Ontario Provincial Council.

Q: How do I nominate someone?

By submitting a completed nomination form to the organization that is a member in good standing with UCC–OPC, with all the required documentation.

Q: How are recipients chosen?

The UCC – OPC will make a final decision based on recommendations from the Selection Committee.

Q: Who serves on the Selection Committee?

Members of the Committee are appointed by the UCC – OPC Board of Directors and may include former Award recipients and community leaders.

Q: Who serves on the Awards Committee?

The Chair of the Awards Committee is appointed by the UCC – OPC Executive Committee. The Awards Committee will remain in effect until a new Awards Committee is elected or appointed.

Q: What do recipients of the Award receive?

Recipients will receive a Medal and a lapel pin during the Awards Ceremony.

Q: How to complete the Nomination Form?

Please fill in the application form and share it with your organization, which is a Member Organization of UCC – OPC for endorsement. The Member Organization is to send the application package to the UCC – OPC.

Q: How can I contact the Award Committee?

Inquiries regarding the Award can be directed to the Ukrainian Canadian Congress – Ontario Provincial Council via email at trilliumaward@uccon.ca

Presented every two years, the UCC–OPC Trillium Award honours youth and adults whose outstanding volunteer contributions strengthen Ontario's Ukrainian-Canadian community.

How to Nominate Submit Application

UCC-OPC Trillium Award medal in presentation case

About the Award

Created in 1993 on the 50th anniversary of the UCC Ontario Provincial Council, the Trillium Award is presented every two years to youth and adults whose extraordinary volunteer contributions shape the Ukrainian-Canadian community.

Frequency Every 2 years (Aug–Sep)

Next Award August 2026

Deadline May 31, 2026

Contact trilliumaward@uccon.ca

Award Types

Two streams — one for adults, one for youth — each with its own categories and criteria.

Adult Award

Recognizes adults whose leadership, dedication, and volunteer service have made a lasting, positive impact on the Ukrainian-Canadian community.

1–9 Awardees per cycle

3 Categories

Eligibility Must be an adult

View full criteria
Youth Award

Celebrates youth who demonstrate outstanding volunteer achievements, leadership, and dedication, inspiring others.

3–5 Awardees per cycle

1 Category

Eligibility Youth age 16–25

View full criteria

Verify Nominee Eligibility

Verify that the nominee is an active member of an organization that is in good standing with UCC–OPC and effectively dedicates their time to volunteer efforts throughout the province of Ontario.
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Compile the Application Package

Gather the following documents to create a comprehensive application package:
- Completed Nomination Form (online)
- A current biography or resume of the nominee
- Two letters of support from relevant parties
Submit the Nomination Form

Once all materials are prepared and approved, submit the Nomination Form and accompanying information through the UCC-OPC website.
Acknowledgement of Receipt

UCC–OPC will send electronic confirmation of receipt to both the nominating organization and the nominee, ensuring that all parties are informed of the status of the nomination.