The National Credit Union Young Leaders Award recognizes young leaders in Canada’s credit union system. The Award helps identify the best and brightest young employees, motivate them, and publicize their accomplishments to inspire others. In creating this award, CCUA’s Board of Directors aims to recognize young leadership.

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* Please confirm that you have read the submission guidelines and confirm the following requirements are met:
  • Nominee is 35 years old or less as of Dec 31, 2025.
  • Nominee has three years of employment in the Canadian credit union sector.
  • Nomination letter has been completed by the CEO/GM.
  • Only one nomination has been made from your credit union.

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* Name of Nominee

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* Nominee's Organization

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* Job Title of Nominee

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* Email of Nominee

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* Name of Nominator

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* Job Title of Nominator

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* Nominating Organization

Please upload the required information below. There are added fields for adding any additional information.

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* Nominee's Resume

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* Reference Letter
A signed letter by the CEO/GM describing why the candidate deserves to be an Award winner (maximum length 500 words. An optional reference letter from someone who works closely with the nominee may also be submitted.)

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* Nominee's Essay
The candidate must submit an essay on one of the following topics (maximum length 2,000 words):

  1. How did your leadership foster Innovation in your credit union/caisse populaire or Central?
  2. How did your leadership foster Growth in your credit union/caisse populaire or Central?
  3. How did your leadership foster Community Involvement in your credit union/caisse populaire or Central?
  4. How did your leadership foster Collaboration Among Cooperatives?
  5. How did your leadership foster Equity, Diversity and, Inclusion in your credit union/caisse populaire or Central?

The essay must demonstrate:

  • Commitment to credit union values;
  • Application of leadership skills outside the credit union setting;
  • Proactive approaches to leading and accomplishing goals;
  • Exhibit leadership traits; passion, integrity, knowledge, direction/foresight, and empowerment of others.

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