The Roger Ivol Memorial Award
The Roger Ivol Memorial Award is the most prestigious award presented by Ostomy Hamilton. It will be awarded to a member of the association that has demonstrated outstanding volunteer service for the benefit of Ostomy Hamilton, its members, and the ostomy community.
This award will be Ostomy Hamilton’s contribution to honouring Roger Ivol’s legacy.
Roger Ivol became a member of Ostomy Hamilton in the 1980’s after having ostomy surgery due to Ulcerative Colitis. He quickly became involved and served on the board of directors of Ostomy Hamilton in many capacities. Roger was instrumental in setting up a successful visitor program and many outreach services including the training of local PSW and Nursing students on basic ostomy care. He tirelessly worked hard to locate and fundraise to send hundreds of children from Southwestern Ontario to the Ostomy Canada Youth Camp. Roger was also active with Ostomy Canada, serving on its board and was the founding editor of the Ostomy Canada Magazine. His passion and commitment to Ostomy Hamilton, its members, and the ostomy community was outstanding and inspiring to many ostomates. He was a great man, a great mentor, and a great friend to many.
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Criteria
The selection criteria will be considered by members of the Ostomy Hamilton Award Committee, and the successful candidate will be evaluated by how closely they meet the following criteria:
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The nominee must be a member in good standing in Ostomy Hamilton and/or a member of our medical advisory board.
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The nominee has made contributions to Ostomy Hamilton and its services for the betterment of its members.
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The nominee has been active in promoting Ostomy Hamilton within the local or medical community.
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The nominee has been involvement in Community Outreach.
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The nominee has devoted time and energy as a volunteer in any capacity.
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The nominee participates or has participated in Ostomy Hamilton’s fundraising.
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The nominee attends at least one ‘in person’ or ‘virtual’ monthly meeting during the calendar year prior to the nomination.
The award shall be presented no more than once per annum and will be presented at the AGM. Nominations can be made by any Ostomy Hamilton member in good standing.