Chapter Recognition Awards

The Chapter Recognition Awards recognize volunteer groups who have shown excellence and innovation in a specific area. These areas are: Leadership, Fundraising, Volunteer Development, Education and Awareness, Financial Accountability and Partnerships. Recipients were selected based on Chapter input from the Chapter Recognition Survey, recommendations from staff and a review panel of the Volunteer Advisory Council.

The awards were presented at CCFC’s national Congress, during the President’s Dinner this past October to each Chapter’s Voting Delegate who attended Congress.  Each Chapter was presented with a token by CCFC’s CEO, Dr. Kevin Glasgow.

Excellence in Leadership
Awarded to a Chapter that demonstrates strong leadership through regular Chapter meetings and compliance with the Chapter Standards. Chapter leaders will have strong and mutually respectful working partnerships with their regional staff representatives and participate actively in regional and national conferences and learning opportunities. This Chapter will also maintain strong links with their membership.

2009 Winner: The Vancouver Chapter was singled out for its use of new technology (meetup.com) to better support members in the Greater Vancouver area, and for exploring alternative means to meet the needs of its volunteers.

Excellence in Fundraising
Awarded to a Chapter that demonstrates innovation, growth and financial success in the carrying out of national and local fundraising events. This Chapter will successfully participate in the three national CCFC fundraisers and demonstrate growth in the area of fundraising.

2009 Winner: The Toronto Chapter earned this honour by focusing its fundraising and awareness efforts to targeted demographic groups over the past year.

Excellence in Volunteer Development
Awarded to a Chapter that develops a strong and diverse volunteer base. This Chapter will have demonstrated a solid volunteer program through regular volunteer recruitment activities, volunteer training and evaluation, volunteer appreciation and recognition and regular turnover of Chapter leadership positions through elections and succession planning.

2009 Winner: The Edmonton Chapter received this award for its focus on a formal volunteer appreciation night.

Excellence in Financial Accountability             
Awarded to a Chapter that shows leadership in the effective handling and processing of financial matters including annual research commitments, donations, legal contracts, accounting practices and tax receipting. 

2009 Winner: The Niagara Chapter demonstrated strength in financial accountability as the test Chapter for the Duplicate Cheque Run pilot program, but also for their excellent record-keeping.                                                   

Excellence in Education & Awareness                                                          
Awarded to a Chapter that demonstrates innovation and excellence in their annual education and
 awareness activities. Activities will reflect the current priorities of the Foundation and show best practices in utilizing all outlets for spreading awareness about the CCFC and IBD. 

2009 Winner: The Edmonton Chapter increased awareness of CCFC and IBD over the past year through its CCFC & You symposium, Newly Diagnosed nights, participation in local trade shows, successful media relations and attracting a diversity grant to reach new audiences.

Excellence in Partnerships
Awarded to a Chapter that demonstrates a strong sense of community connection through the formation of partnerships with local businesses, hospitals and clinics, media, schools and other community organizations to enhance the visibility of the Foundation and to garner support for their local activities.

2009 Winner: The Calgary Chapter developed significant new partnerships in 2009 through the University of Calgary, through the development of a new Gala with corporate sponsors and by attracting a diversity grant.

Thank you very much and congratulations to all of our Chapters who deserve recognition for all that they do!