2025
Randa AlHijawi
Community leader and educator
A community leader, educator and advocate who strengthens community connections, preserves Palestinian culture, and leads initiatives in education and cultural awareness.
The Evergreen Award
A lasting difference deserves to be recognised.
Launched in 2025, the Evergreen Award for Community Achievement celebrates leaders whose sustained work makes a difference.
Like the evergreen tree, these leaders remain steadfast through challenges. They bring Muslim perspectives to public life, create opportunities for others and strengthen the communities they serve.
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The people
behind the award.
Watch the Evergreen Award film and discover the story of this community recognition.
Nominations are closed
The annual nomination deadline is September 30. Contact us with questions about the next cycle.
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Recognise someone who makes a difference.
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Who the award recognises
Muslim leaders with a lasting commitment to service and leadership. The award celebrates contributions across public service, law, academia, journalism, education, the arts and other fields.
Eligibility and nomination criteria
Nominees should demonstrate:
- A proven track record of impactful community service across multiple years.
- Significant achievements with promise for continued contributions.
- A deep connection to the community and dedication to building understanding of Islamic perspectives.
How to nominate
Complete the nomination form, detailing how the nominee meets the selection criteria and how their work continues to impact our community.
Nominations for the current cycle are closed. Contact our team with questions about the next cycle.
Dates and next steps
The annual nomination deadline is September 30. A selection committee with experience in civil society carefully evaluates each nominee’s contributions, dedication and potential to inspire future progress.
Contact our team for information about the next nomination cycle.
Our recipients
Meet the people
making a difference.
Celebrating the dedication, perspectives and care they bring to our communities.
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2 recipients
2025
Mousa Qasqas
Community organiser and advocate
A Palestinian-Canadian community organiser and advocate from Edmonton, dedicated to community building, Palestinian cultural education and humanitarian work.
About the artist and the art
A symbol of guidance and service.
“The best of people are those who are most beneficial to others.”
Edmonton-based Syrian artist Areej Alazem created the award’s calligraphy. It brings this hadith into the shape of a lobstick tree, a wayfinding landmark used by Indigenous peoples in Canada.
The tree symbolises guidance: helping others find their way. Together, the words and the tree reflect the service and leadership the award honours.
Artwork by Areej Alazem
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