{"id":67912,"date":"2026-05-19T15:58:34","date_gmt":"2026-05-19T19:58:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hampstead.qc.ca\/?page_id=67912"},"modified":"2026-06-29T14:11:48","modified_gmt":"2026-06-29T18:11:48","slug":"civic-recognition","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.hampstead.qc.ca\/en\/town\/civic-recognition\/","title":{"rendered":"Civic Recognition"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"67912\" class=\"elementor elementor-67912\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2a04acc e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"2a04acc\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4c1fd72 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4c1fd72\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Recognizing the individuals and contributions that shape the Hampstead community<\/h2><h5>The Town of Hampstead recognizes the importance of honouring individuals whose commitment, leadership or achievements contribute meaningfully to the vitality, cohesion and identity of the community.<\/h5><h5>Through its civic recognition programs, the Town celebrates residents, partners, volunteers and distinguished individuals whose actions enrich municipal life and reflect Hampstead\u2019s values of excellence, service and community engagement.<\/h5><h5>These honours represent the community\u2019s gratitude while helping preserve Hampstead\u2019s collective memory, strengthen civic pride and promote community leadership.<\/h5>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b7f72ca elementor-widget elementor-widget-social_share\" data-id=\"b7f72ca\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"social_share.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t        <div class=\"share-module\">\n            <span>Share<\/span>\n                            <a href=\"#\" data-network=\"facebook\">\n                    <i class=\"fa-brands fa-facebook\"><\/i>\n                <\/a>\n                                        <a href=\"#\" data-network=\"linkedin\">\n                    <i class=\"fa-brands fa-linkedin\"><\/i>\n                <\/a>\n                                        <a href=\"#\" data-network=\"email\">\n                    <i class=\"fas fa-envelope\"><\/i>\n                <\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n\n        <script type=\"text\/javascript\">\n            document.querySelectorAll('.share-module a').forEach(link => {\n                link.addEventListener('click', function (e) {\n                    e.preventDefault();\n\n                    const url = encodeURIComponent(window.location.href);\n                    const title = encodeURIComponent(document.title);\n\n                    let shareUrl = '';\n\n                    switch (this.dataset.network) {\n                        case 'facebook':\n                            shareUrl = `https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer\/sharer.php?u=${url}`;\n                            break;\n\n                        case 'twitter':\n                            shareUrl = `https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?url=${url}&text=${title}`;\n                            break;\n\n                        case 'linkedin':\n                            shareUrl = `https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/sharing\/share-offsite\/?url=${url}`;\n                            break;\n\n                        case 'email':\n                            shareUrl = `mailto:?subject=${title}&body=${url}`;\n                            const mailLink = document.createElement(\"a\");\n                            mailLink.href = shareUrl;\n                            mailLink.click(); 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Open links with Enter or Space, close with Escape, and navigate with Arrow Keys\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1250\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" open>\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"1\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1250\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h5 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> The Order of Hampstead <\/h5><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M285.476 272.971L91.132 467.314c-9.373 9.373-24.569 9.373-33.941 0l-22.667-22.667c-9.357-9.357-9.375-24.522-.04-33.901L188.505 256 34.484 101.255c-9.335-9.379-9.317-24.544.04-33.901l22.667-22.667c9.373-9.373 24.569-9.373 33.941 0L285.475 239.03c9.373 9.372 9.373 24.568.001 33.941z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1250\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-48fd6bd e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"48fd6bd\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b172463 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b172463\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4>The Order of Hampstead<\/h4><p>The Order of Hampstead is the highest honour conferred by the Town. Launched in 2026, the program recognizes individuals whose actions, commitment or leadership have left a lasting impact on the community.<\/p><p>Inspired by Canada\u2019s longstanding civic traditions, the Order of Hampstead highlights exemplary contributions that enrich municipal life and support the Town\u2019s social, cultural, environmental and civic development.<\/p><h4>Purpose of the Order<\/h4><p><strong>The Order of Hampstead aims to:<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>recognize outstanding contributions to the community<\/li><li>promote civic engagement and leadership<\/li><li>celebrate excellence, volunteerism and public service<\/li><li>preserve the Town\u2019s civic legacy and collective memory<\/li><li>inspire future generations<\/li><\/ul><h4>Eligibility<\/h4><p><strong>Eligible nominees may include:<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Hampstead residents<\/li><li>municipal employees<\/li><li>individuals or organizations whose contributions have significantly benefited the community<\/li><li>partners or collaborators who have contributed to Hampstead\u2019s development or reputation<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>Recognized contributions may include:<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>community and social engagement<\/li><li>arts, culture and heritage<\/li><li>education, mentorship and youth development<\/li><li>public safety, wellness and community support<\/li><li>environmental leadership and sustainability<\/li><li>volunteerism and humanitarian efforts<\/li><li>sports, recreation and healthy living<\/li><li>civic and institutional leadership<\/li><\/ul><h4>Levels of Distinction<\/h4><p><strong>The Order of Hampstead includes three honorary levels:<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Steward of Hampstead (S.H.)<br \/><\/strong>Recognizes meaningful community engagement and sustained service.<\/p><p><strong>Guardian of Hampstead (G.H.)<br \/><\/strong>Recognizes significant leadership and lasting positive impact on the community.<\/p><p><strong>Laureate of Hampstead (L.H.)<br \/><\/strong>The highest distinction of the Order, reserved for exceptional contributions that have profoundly shaped Hampstead and its civic legacy.<\/p><h4>Nomination Process<\/h4><p><strong>Nominations may be submitted by:<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>a resident<\/li><li>a community organization or partner<\/li><li>a member of Council<\/li><li>the Director General<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>Each nomination must include:<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>the official nomination form<\/li><li>a detailed description of the nominee\u2019s contributions<\/li><li>supporting documentation (letters, testimonials, awards, etc.)<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>Deadline: August 30<\/strong><\/p><h4>Selection Committee<\/h4><p>A Selection Committee reviews nominations and makes recommendations to Council.<\/p><p>The Committee includes representatives from municipal administration, Council and the community, including a previous recipient.<\/p><h4>Official Recognition Ceremony<\/h4><p>Honours and distinctions are presented during official ceremonies recognizing civic engagement, community leadership and exceptional contributions to municipal life.<\/p><p>These ceremonies strengthen Hampstead\u2019s collective memory, celebrate inspiring role models and recognize the individuals who actively contribute to the Town\u2019s evolution and reputation.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1251\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"2\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1251\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h5 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> The Key to the Town of Hampstead <\/h5><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" 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community\u2019s welcome and esteem<\/li><li>recognition of exceptional contributions to municipal life<\/li><li>the enduring relationship between the recipient and the Town<\/li><li>the values of service, integrity and civic leadership<\/li><\/ul><p>This distinction may be presented to residents, dignitaries, partners or visitors whose achievements or service reflect the values and aspirations of the Hampstead community.<\/p><h4>General Criteria<\/h4><p><strong>The Key to the Town may be presented to individuals who have:<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>demonstrated exceptional leadership or service to the community<\/li><li>significantly contributed to Hampstead\u2019s reputation and development<\/li><li>performed acts of courage, compassion or exemplary commitment<\/li><li>maintained a meaningful relationship with the Town or its residents<\/li><\/ul><p>This distinction is awarded selectively in order to preserve its prestige and symbolic 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