AllEvents “Making the World Happen” Award
In 2022, HNP Canada received the “Making the World Happen” Award from AllEvents.in, recognizing our efforts in creating engaging and impactful community events that inspire environmental awareness and action.
Ignite Fair Attendee
HNP Canada has participated in Ignite Fair, the largest youth-run volunteer fair in the Greater Toronto Area, for three consecutive years: 2022, 2023, and 2024. The event connects youth with meaningful volunteer opportunities, and by participating, we expanded our community outreach and promoted upcoming volunteer opportunities and environmental initiatives. Through continued involvement, we engage youth, share our impact, and inspire environmental action across Ontario and beyond.
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MP Certificate of Appreciation
In 2023, HNP Canada received an MP Certificate of Appreciation from Member of Parliament Sonia Sidhu, recognizing the organization’s continued commitment to environmental education, youth empowerment, and community impact.
Award from and collaboration with Councillor Rowena Santos
In October 2024, HNP Canada received an award from Rowena Santos, the Counsellor of Wards 1 and 5 in Brampton. This award was presented to HNP Canada in recognition of our community cleanup at Teramoto Park, where over 115 pounds of garbage was collected and adequately disposed of by our team of volunteers. Furthermore, in April 2025, HNP Canada collaborated with the councillor and her youth council for a record-breaking earth day event that brought together over 400 youth for a cleanup, tree planting, e-waste collection, and community BBQ, making a big positive impact on the community.
Brampton Grow Green Awards
HNP Canada was invited to attend and table at City of Brampton's Grow Green Environmental Awards Ceremony in April 2024 for the organization’s dedication to increasing environmental literacy and significant contributions to the city's vision of creating a more sustainable Brampton.
Impact Roots Certificate
As participants in the ImpactRoots Program, organized by the Trustee Hub, we took part in a five-week non-profit development initiative designed to strengthen community organizations across Toronto. Through workshops, mentorship, and collaboration, we gained valuable insights into charitable governance, strategic planning, and resource development. Upon completion, we were honoured with an ImpactRoots Certificate, recognising our commitment to leadership, sustainability, and community impact.
Toronto Ravine Festival
HNP Canada was invited to host a booth at the Annual Toronto Ravine Festival (TRF) in 2024 and 2025 hosted by (and at) the Toronto Botanical Gardens. This festival is part of Toronto Ravine Days, an annual city-wide celebration of Toronto’s ravine system, featuring activities about and throughout the ravines. HNP Canada participated as a community partner, hosting a leaf and bark-rubbing activity for children.
Recognition from Mayor Burton of Oakville and Etobicoke-Lakeshore Councillor Amber Morley
HNP Canada has been recognized by Mayor Burton of Oakville and Etobicoke-Lakeshore Councillor Amber Morley for our community engagement and environmental initiatives. These acknowledgments highlight the impact of our volunteer programs in promoting sustainability, youth involvement, and the stewardship of local green spaces.
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York Region Educational Services' Volunteer Appreciation Event
On June 21st, we had the opportunity to attend the York Region Educational Services (YRES) Volunteer Convention and Appreciation Event hosted by York Education! As part of this event, our Co-Founder and Co-Executive Director, Srija Das and our Co-Chair of the Social Committee, Inaya Ponda, delivered a presentation to showcase our programming and impact to the community and our other Co-Founder and Co-Executive Director, Muhammad Ansar, was one of the recipients of the 2025 Junior & Youth Star Award!
Oakville Youth Climate Action Fund
Human Nature Projects Canada was selected as a leading recipient in Oakville’s Youth Climate Action Fund for 2025, recognising our strong record of youth-led environmental action and our commitment to empowering young people to address the climate crisis. Through this initiative, supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies, our team secured microgrant funding to expand accessible climate education, community-based restoration, and youth engagement programming across Oakville.
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Canadian Youth Climate Action Award Runner-Up
The Empowering Youth for Climate Action Award is given annually to the top Action Projects posted on Our Canada Project to recognize outstanding student leadership and contributions to Canada’s sustainable future. Human Nature Projects Canada was a Runner Up for 2025 in recognition for our substantial work engaging 10,000+ youth across Canada in environmental education, conservation, restoration, and protection
2025 Friends of the Credit Conservation Award
The Friends of the Credit Conservation Awards celebrate outstanding community leadership and environmental excellence across the Credit River Watershed. At the 2025 ceremony Friends of the Credit Conservation Award, Human Nature Projects Canada received the Youth Achievement Award in recognition of our impactful work mobilising more than 10,000 young people across Canada in environmental education, conservation, restoration and ecological protection.
