Canadians have until June 24 to submit nominations for the Governor General’s Awards in Commemoration of the Persons Case

The nomination period is open for the 2016 Governor General’s Awards in Commemoration of the Persons Case. Each year, these awards recognize five individuals, including youth, who have made outstanding contributions in the pursuit of gender equality in Canada.

The 2015 recipients were the Honourable Monique Bégin (Ottawa, ON), Marie-Thérèse Chicha (Montreal, QC), Dr. Ruth Elwood Martin (Vancouver, BC), Sheila McIntyre (Ottawa, ON) and Dee M. Dooley (Youth Recipient – Halifax, NS). They were recognized because their successes have helped shape Canada for the better and we have all benefited from their achievements.

It is important to recognize the achievements of individuals, so that their successes may inspire others. While nominations are accepted all year, the deadline for nominating someone for the 2016 awards is June 24. To get inspired, visit the Status of Women Canada website, which includes a list of past recipients, videos, and the nomination package.