Volunteers are the heart of the brain tumour community, dedicating their time, energy, and passion to making a meaningful impact. Our Volunteer Awards celebrate these extraordinary individuals and teams, recognizing their leadership, advocacy, and commitment to improving the lives of those affected by brain tumours.

Our Volunteer Awards are open to the public, and we welcome nominations from the community. If you know someone deserving of recognition, please complete our nomination form before April 21, 2025.

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Volunteer of Distinction Awards

Honours those who go above and beyond in their volunteer efforts, demonstrating exceptional leadership, commitment, and advocacy for those affected by brain tumours. *Please note that Volunteers of Distinction Awards nominees must be current or past registered volunteers with Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada.

This year, the Volunteer of Distinction Awards will be broken down into the following four categories:

• Trailblazer Award: This award recognizes those who exemplify excellence in their role as a trailblazer, having made significant contributions to the brain tumour community. Through their dedication, meaningful actions, and groundbreaking contributions, the recipient of this award is paving the way for a brighter future for those affected by brain tumours.
• Advocacy Award: This award recognizes an outstanding volunteer who demonstrates exceptional dedication, interest and enthusiasm for brain tumour awareness. Recipients of this award are distinguished by their leadership and commitment to advocating for brain tumour health research and innovation in Canada.
• Team Award: This award recognizes a group of dedicated individuals who have made a significant impact through their collective volunteer efforts. The award honours teams that demonstrate outstanding commitment, collaboration, and service to the brain tumour community.
• Legacy of Service Award: This award honours individuals who have demonstrated a longstanding commitment to volunteerism and the brain tumour community. It recognizes those whose dedication, leadership, and service have created lasting positive change. Recipients of this award leave behind a meaningful legacy, inspiring future generations to give back and continue their mission of service.

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David Kelly Community Impact Award

This award pays tribute to an individual or team who has made outstanding volunteer contributions to their community. They have enriched the lives of others through their generous gifts of time and talent all while raising awareness and support for those affected by a brain tumour.

This award has been renamed in honour of brain tumour advocate and fundraising leader David Kelly, from Fredericton, New Brunswick.

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Health-care Professional Award

This award recognizes an outstanding medical professional who has shown exceptional dedication, compassion, and commitment to improving the lives of individuals affected by brain a tumour. It honours a healthcare professional who has gone above and beyond in patient care, advocacy, research, or support services, making a lasting impact on the brain tumour community.

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Emerging Leader Award

This award recognizes a passionate and dedicated individual who is making a significant impact on the brain tumour community through leadership, innovation, and service. This award honours a rising leader – someone who has become a volunteer in the last 24 months – who demonstrates exceptional potential, inspires others, and drives positive change.

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