November 16-23, 2024

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Every year, the YMCA PEACE Medal is awarded to community members who act for PEACE. They are recognized for their tireless efforts to have an impact on their community and their desire to create change.

Nominees should embody the acronym of PEACE:
Participation - getting involved and encouraging others to get involved in community-building activities
Empathy - listening and understanding diverse perspectives to create a sense of belonging for all
Advocacy - making the case for positive change in the community
Community - building and strengthening community connections and capacity
Empowerment - inspiring others to foster peace and helping them gain the skills and tools to succeed

Nominations are open to everyone. When nominating, please provide as much detail as possible. We want to know about the person you are nominating - what is their story and why are they so deserving of this honour. If you would prefer to submit an audio or video submission, send your nomination to Beth at beth.doucette@cumberland.ymca.ca

Nominations close on September 20th, 2024
Please Note: YMCA Staff are not eligible to receive a PEACE Medal

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YMCA Peace Medal

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As part of YMCA Peace Week, YMCAs across Canada present the YMCA Peace Medal to individuals or groups who, without any special resources, status, wealth, or position, demonstrate a commitment to the values of P-E-A-C-E through contributions made within their local, national, or global community.

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Since 1987, more than 1,900 individuals and groups across Canada have been recognized for their peacebuilding work with YMCA Peace Medals.

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Many people and organizations do important peace-building work. Some have formal connections to the YMCA, while others live and work in our communities and have no current connection to the YMCA.

When we award YMCA Peace Medals, we celebrate others’ contributions to peace.

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Peace Medal Nomination Categories

• Equity, Diversity and Inclusion: Peacemakers ignite inclusivity and ensure there is a place for everyone and that everyone can be themselves. They champion this commitment in their work and as a voice in our communities.

• Health and Wellbeing: Peacemakers help to enrich and renew the health and wellbeing of others, whether physically, mentally or socially.

• Empowering Youth: Peacemakers help young people shine through belonging, connection, and programming that ignite both mind and spirit.

 

Do you know a Peace Builder in your community?

Stay Tune Nominations will open soon for 2024!​

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​Nomination Guidelines

• Nominations should focus on activities that have taken place within the last two years  

• YMCA staff members are not eligible for nomination

• Professionals who are paid to do peacemaking work are not eligible for nomination

• Self-nominations will not be considered

• Peace Medallion recipients should demonstrate the values of PEACE:​​

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Yoga for Peace

All yoga classes during YMCA Peace Week are open to non-members at no cost. Simply check-in at our membership services desk. See our group fitness schedule here, for available classes.​

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