AWARDS
Canadian Peony Society Awards
The Canadian Peony Society recognizes individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the world of peonies and to the Society itself. Through its awards program, the CPS honours the dedication, knowledge, achievements, and volunteer efforts of members and others who have helped promote peonies, advance their cultivation and hybridization, and strengthen the peony community.
Explore the awards below to learn more about each distinction, its purpose, and the individuals who have been recognized.
CPS Lifetime Achievement Award
This prestigious award recognizes members who have contributed to the Canadian Peony Society and peony world in many ways – as a volunteer, grower, leader, ambassador, author, writer or innovator. The nominee must be a current member of the Canadian Peony Society to be considered for this award.
The John Simkins Memorial Hybridizer Award
This award was established to encourage and draw attention to hybridizing activity in Canada and shine a spotlight on uniquely Canadian plants, their creators, and the creation process. Eligibility for this award is not limited to those carrying out willful hand-pollinated crosses in the strictest sense. It is also open to those growing peonies from seed, whether from their plants or other sources. Those promoting hybridizing activities and sharing educational content are also eligible. This distinction can be awarded posthumously.
Presidential Citation Award
The Presidential Citation Award recognizes an individual whose outstanding contributions, dedication, and support have made a meaningful difference to the Canadian Peony Society. It is presented at the discretion of the CPS President to acknowledge exceptional service and commitment to the Society and the promotion of peonies.
CPS Board Award
The CPS Board Awards recognize members of the Board of Directors who have demonstrated exceptional dedication, commitment, and service in support of the Canadian Peony Society and its mission
Nominate Today!
Do you have the perfect candidate in mind for the Lifetime Achievement Award or the John Simkins Memorial Hybridizer Award?
Any member of the Society may nominate any other member of CPS by writing a letter to the board outlining the reasons for the nomination.
The annual deadline for nominations is March 31st,
Send nominations to Darlene Kalawsky, Awards Chair.
darlene@
Kalawsky.com
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Contact Info
Canadian Peony Society
4338 Line 26
St. Pauls, ON N0K 1V0
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