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class="content-column" role="main">  <header id="main-content-header" class="clearfix"> <h1 id="page-title"> Nominate Someone </h1> </header> <div class="content-inner">  <section id="main-content">  <div id="content" class="region"> <div id="block-system-main" class="block block-system no-title odd first block-count-6 block-region-content block-main" > <div about="/en/honours/nominate-someone" typeof="foaf:Document" role="article" class="ds-1col node node-page article odd node-lang-en node-full view-mode-full clearfix"> <div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden view-mode-full"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" property="content:encoded"><p>Do you know someone whose contributions have made a difference to their community, province or the entire country? Someone who has brought honour to Canada by performing an exceptional deed? Someone who has risked their own life to save another? A volunteer whose lifetime dedication and commitment inspire you?</p> <p>Shine a spotlight on the extraordinary people you know by nominating them for a Canadian honour. It鈥檚 easy to do with our new online nomination tool, making submitting nominations quick and convenient!</p> <div class="gg-nominate-program-wrapper"> <div class="gg-nominate-program-image"><img alt="Order of Canada" src="/sites/default/files/homepage-becomingamember-medallionleft.png" style="width: 300px;" /></div> <div class="gg-nominate-progam-text-wrapper"> <h2>Order of Canada</h2> <div class="gg-nominate-program-body">Individuals making extraordinary contributions to our country.</div> <a href="/en/honours/canadian-honours/order-canada/nominate-someone">Nominate</a></div> </div> <div class="gg-nominate-program-wrapper"> <div class="gg-nominate-program-image"><img alt="Cross of Valour" src="/sites/default/files/media/honours/nominate/nominate_bravery.jpg" style="width: 300px; height: 300px;" /></div> <div class="gg-nominate-progam-text-wrapper"> <h2>Decorations for Bravery</h2> <div class="gg-nominate-program-body">Engaged citizens making a difference through an exceptional deed</div> <a href="/en/honours/canadian-honours/decorations-bravery/nominate-someone">Nominate</a></div> </div> <div class="gg-nominate-program-wrapper"> <div class="gg-nominate-program-image"><img alt="Meritorious Service Decoration (Civil Division)" src="/sites/default/files/media/honours/nominate/nominate_msd_c.jpg" style="width: 300px; height: 300px;" /></div> <div class="gg-nominate-progam-text-wrapper"> <h2>Meritorious Service Decorations (Civil Division)</h2> <div class="gg-nominate-program-body">Engaged citizens making a difference through an exceptional deed</div> <a href="/en/honours/canadian-honours/meritorious-service-decorations-civil-division/nominate-someone">Nominate</a></div> </div> <div class="gg-nominate-program-wrapper"> <div class="gg-nominate-program-image"><img alt="Polar Medal" src="/sites/default/files/media/honours/polar/gg05-2017-0400-032b_0.jpg" style="width: 450px; height: 475px;" /></div> <div class="gg-nominate-progam-text-wrapper"> <h2>Polar Medal</h2> <div class="gg-nominate-program-body">Remarkable individuals contributing to northern communities and to our knowledge of the polar regions</div> <a href="/en/honours/canadian-honours/polar-medal/nominate-someone">Nominate</a></div> </div> <div class="gg-nominate-program-wrapper"> <div class="gg-nominate-program-image"><img alt="Sovereign's Medal for Volunteers" src="/sites/default/files/media/honours/nominate/nominate_smv.jpg" style="width: 300px; height: 300px;" /></div> <div class="gg-nominate-progam-text-wrapper"> <h2>Sovereign's Medal for Volunteers</h2> <div class="gg-nominate-program-body">Exceptional volunteers contributing to their community</div> <a href="/en/honours/canadian-honours/sovereigns-medal-volunteers/nominate-someone">Nominate</a></div> </div> <details class="gg-accordion-wrapper"><summary> What Happens Next </summary> <div class="gg-accordion-body"> <p>Once you submit your nomination, it will be received electronically by the Chancellery of Honours, where it will undergo a rigorous research process. The nomination will then be presented to an independent committee for review before a recommendation is made to the Governor General.</p> </div> </details> <details class="gg-accordion-wrapper"><summary> Need Help Choosing? </summary> <div class="gg-accordion-body"> <p>If you are unsure about which honour is the right fit, choose the one you believe best describes your candidate鈥檚 actions. If we feel that their accomplishments are better suited to another honours program, we will let you know. If you have questions, contact us at <a href="mailto:info@gg.ca">info@gg.ca</a> or call 1-800-465-6890 (toll-free).We will be happy to guide you.</p> </div> </details> <details class="gg-accordion-wrapper"><summary> Ensuring Confidentiality </summary> <div class="gg-accordion-body"> <p>Please do not notify the candidate about the nomination or initiate a letter-writing campaign. This avoids disappointment if the nomination is not successful. The Chancellery of Honours will keep nominations confidential. As part of this commitment, the Chancellery will respond to inquiries about the status of a nomination only to the nominator identified on the nomination form.</p> <p>Please also note that the information you provide online is secure and will not be shared with third parties.</p> </div> </details> <details class="gg-accordion-wrapper"><summary>Our Commitment to You</summary> <div class="gg-accordion-body"> <p>The Canadian Honours System is respected internationally because its nomination processes are merit-based, apolitical and accessible. The Chancellery of Honours is committed to maintaining these values to the highest standard for every nomination.</p> </div> </details> <details class="gg-accordion-wrapper"><summary>Looking for a Different Program?</summary> <div class="gg-accordion-body"> <p>If you can鈥檛 find the program you are looking for here, please consult the <a href="/en/honours/canadian-honours/directory-honours">Directory of Honours</a>. There, you will find information about every Order, Decoration and Medal that constitute the Canadian Honours System.</p> </div> </details> </div></div></div></div> </div><section id="block-block-65" class="block block-block even last block-count-7 block-region-content block-65" > <h2 class="block-title">Registered Nominator</h2> <p>If you are a registered nominator, please <a class="ctools-use-modal" href="/en/modal_forms/nojs/login">log in to your account</a>.</p> <p>Please note that you do not need to create an account to submit a nomination. However, if you plan on submitting more than one nomination form, you may wish to create an account. Please note that you must submit at least one nomination in order to be able to create an account. Upon submission of your first nomination, you will see a message offering you the option to create an account that will provide you with several benefits:</p> <ul> <li>You will only have to submit your information once鈥攖he nominator section of subsequent forms will be automatically filled in with your details</li> <li>You will be able to see and track the progress of each nomination you have created. Please note that, for confidentiality reasons, you will not be able to access your nomination(s) once they are submitted.</li> </ul> <p>Personal information submitted via this site is kept secure and remains strictly confidential. 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