NANAIMO – The City of Nanaimo has announced a call for nominations for the upcoming Culture & Heritage Awards, which recognize outstanding organizations, groups or individuals in the arts, culture & heritage fields.
“These awards recognize the best of Nanaimo’s arts, culture and heritage volunteers, as well as their creative talent,” says Bill McKay, City Mayor. “The work of these amazing volunteers and creative professionals all contributes a sense of vitality and pride within our community.”
The public is invited to nominate organizations or individuals for the following award categories:
- The Excellence in Culture award is presented to an organization or individual that has achieved regional and/or national recognition in the field of arts and is recognized as a “Nanaimo artist”, demonstrating excellence in their field, and a significant inspiration to others.
- The Honour in Culture award is presented to an individual, group or corporation that is known for their dedication and support of the development of Nanaimo’s cultural sector.
- The Emerging Cultural Leader award recognizes up-and-coming, Nanaimo-based cultural leaders. This award targets individuals under 30 years of age who have contributed significantly to the cultural life in Nanaimo.
- The John Thomson Heritage Memorial award honours individuals who demonstrate outstanding heritage service and dedication to the community.
This is an opportunity for the public to recognize people and groups you believe have made a significant contribution to making Nanaimo a culturally vibrant city. Nominations are reviewed by the Nanaimo Culture & Heritage Commission, with recommendations being made to City Council. Recipients are recognized at a special celebration at the Port Theatre in April 2016.
Nomination forms are available on the City’s website, attached to this press release, or by contacting the Culture and Heritage Department directly.
Nominations will be accepted until November 17, 2015.
