Special Achievers

Do you know of an exceptional alum who has achieved outstanding success in their field of work and/or their community? The YHS Alum Association encourages nominations from all fields of work, study and life. In order to best highlight the nominees’ achievements, nominators are asked to include a personal letter of support (min. 150 words) outlining the nominee’s achievements, both personally and professionally. 

Nominators are asked to highlight how the nominee has demonstrated exemplary leadership, professional and/or personal excellence, or positively impacted the community. Nominators may also submit a nominee’s curriculum vitae (if available), and any additional materials that support the nomination (e.g., news articles, Linkedin, published information, photos, etc.).

Nominations will be kept on file and considered for up to three years, including the year submitted.

To nominate an alum for either of these awards, please complete this form by April 30, 2025 (Google Account required), or email your submissions to yhsalum@yorkhouse.ca. The Alum Association will review nominations in early May and announce the results shortly after.

The York House Alum Special Achiever Award is presented annually to an alum who has shown excellence in their professional career and/or personal life.
 
The Special Achiever will join the ranks of other alums including Saara Bhanji ’03 (activism), Dianne Whelan ’83 (documentary film/adventure), Leslie Cliff ’72 (business), and others who have shown excellence in the fields of social justice, leadership, entrepreneurship, and community service. 

The Special Achiever will have also proven to be a good ambassador for fellow Yorkies – both students and alums.
 
Eligible Candidates
The Alum Special Achiever Award is open to any member of the York House School Alum Association.