Power of Work Awards

Goodwill Industries, Ontario Great Lakes recognizes and rewards the outstanding achievements of our team members at our annual Power of Work Awards.  

This year’s Power of Work Awards are hitting the road and coming to the WEST for our in-person live event! Save the date and join us in the Derby room at the Retro Suites Hotel in CHATHAM on September 17^th. As Goodwill continues to grow across the province, it’s important our employee appreciation event is accessible for team members in different regions.

We want everyone to have a chance to celebrate and participate! The event will be livestreamed for those who are unable to attend in person, with virtual party kits provided for team viewing parties at Goodwill locations.

Nominations for the 2025 Power of Work Awards have now closed.

Award Categories:

Goodwill Spirit Award [$20 cash prize and a Certificate of Recognition]

• One Goodwill employee from each department/location who demonstrates Goodwill spirit of ICARE values (Inclusion, Compassion, Aspiring Workforce, Respect, Empathy) in their role at Goodwill
• Respectful of others, team player and works hard  in helping to create an inclusive workplace for all (team members, customers and donors, etc.)
  

Achiever of the Year Award [$200 CASH PRIZE]

• Is a Goodwill team member
• Acknowledges and sets an example for ongoing personal and professional growth
• Is a positive influence to and encouraging of others, committed to growth, change and learning
• Demonstrates ICARE values (Inclusion, Compassion, Aspiring Workforce, Respect, Empathy) in their work
  

Mission Advancement Award [Plaque and Certificate of Recognition]

• Goodwill staff member or volunteer
• Has created a new or improved program, service, process that further strengthens Goodwill’s Mission
• Their contribution has made a lasting impact on Goodwill’s ability to fulfill its Mission of Work
• Demonstrates ICARE values(Inclusion, Compassion, Aspiring Workforce, Respect, Empathy) in their work

Goodwill Sustainability Award [$200 CASH PRIZE]

• Goodwill team who introduced a Green Policy, program or activity
• Enhances or protects the environment, while continuing to meet organizational business/service demands
• Their contribution caused the public and/or Goodwill team members to learn or act on behalf of the environment
• Actively implements environmental practices with knowledge and care
• Demonstrates ICARE values (Inclusion, Compassion, Aspiring Workforce, Respect, Empathy) in their work
  

Graduate of the Year Award [$200 CASH PRIZE]

• Graduated or moved on from Goodwill services or employment at Goodwill and is now employed outside of Goodwill or has advanced to other parts of the organization
• Demonstrates the use of Goodwill tools and resources and skills-building programs for personal and professional development
• Exhibits a passion for learning and personal and professional development, openness to feedback
• Demonstrates ICARE values (Inclusion, Compassion, Aspiring Workforce, Respect, Empathy) in their work

Visionary Leader Award [Plaque and Certificate of Recognition]

• Goodwill staff member 
• Demonstrates ethical leadership abilities, visionary thinking, innovation, positive impact on colleagues, community involvement
• Committed to personal and professional development, accountable and reliable, team player as well as someone colleagues trust to follow and collaborate with
• Exemplifies ICARE values (Inclusion, Compassion, Aspiring Workforce, Respect, Empathy) in their work 
  

 Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Impact Award  [Plaque and Certificate of Recognition]

• Goodwill staff member or team
• Demonstrated leadership in creating and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusivity, fostering a culture of respect and belonging for all Goodwill employees, customers, clients and community members
• Demonstrates workplace and community allyship by interrupting harm to historically marginalized people
• Committed to personal and professional development as it relates to anti-oppression
• Demonstrates bold allyship through support and advocacy
• Exhibits ICARE values (Inclusion, Compassion, Aspiring Workforce, Respect, Empathy) in their work

Questions? Please contact your Employee Coach or Manager if you have any questions about the Power of Work Awards, the nomination process, or are having difficulties filling out the form.

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