Volunteer Achievement Awards
Today, there are more ways than ever to get involved and make a meaningful impact on the inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) community—through advocacy, education, fundraising, and quality-of-life initiatives.
The Volunteer Achievement Awards celebrate individuals whose contributions embody our core organizational values:
Courageous – Be Gutsy Award
Presented to a volunteer who speaks up about IBD, embraces challenges, and brings bold new ideas to life.
How does this volunteer demonstrate courage?
Inclusive - Be Open Award
Presented to a volunteer who fosters belonging and ensures every voice is heard in conversations and decisions around IBD.
How does this volunteer show inclusivity?
Authentic – Be Intentional Award
Presented to a volunteer who leads with honesty, empathy, and purpose—supporting others through the power of shared experience.
How does this volunteer reflect authenticity?
Collaborative – Do, Together Award
Presented to a volunteer who thrives in teamwork, engages with staff and peers, and helps drive success through collective effort.
How does this volunteer exemplify collaboration?
Nominations are now closed
Thank you to everyone who submitted nominations for the 2026 Volunteer Achievement Awards!
We appreciate your recognition of the incredible contributions of our volunteers.
Award recipients will be announced during National Volunteer Week (April 19-25, 2026), and we look forward to celebrating their dedication and impact with the entire Crohn’s and Colitis Canada community.
Past Recipients of the Volunteer Awards
Our volunteer awards, honoring outstanding contributions, now reflect even more ways volunteers make an impact. View past recipients of Crohn's and Colitis Canada's Volunteer Awards.