Awards and Recognition Program Awards and Recognition Program

Awards and Recognition ProgramWednesday, February 25 th , 2009Victoria Inn, WinnipegRecreation Connections Manitoba Awards and Recognition Program pays tribute to thoseindividuals who, through their efforts and skills, make an outstanding contribution towardsthe betterment of the recreation movement in Manitoba.The annual presentation of these awards reflects Recreation Connections Manitoba’s (RCM)commitment to celebrate and publicly recognize recreation professionals who have inspiredus and earned our respect.The awards will be presented in conjunction with the RCM Annual Provincial Conferenceat the President’s Award Luncheon, Wednesday, February 25th, 2009.The 2009 Award Categories are:• Prairie Crocus Award honours professionals who have made a significant, longterm contribution to recreation, parks and/or leisure services within the Province ofManitoba.• President’s Award for Outstanding Achievement recognizes a recreationprofessional or group of recreation professionals who have made a substantialcontribution through a community, regional or provincial recreation project, initiative,program or event.• Student Leadership Award recognizes a student who has made a significantcontribution to recreation, parks and/or leisure services through his/her volunteeractivities, work experience and academic studies.Nomination Deadline: Wednesday, December 31st, 2008Recreation Connections Manitoba200 Main Street, Winnipeg MB R3C 4M2Telephone: (204) 487-7481 Fax: (204) 487-7513email: recmb@mts.net www.recconnections.com

AWARD CATEGORIESPRAIRIE CROCUS AWARDThe Prairie Crocus Award honours professionals who have made a significant, long term contribution to recreation, parks and/or leisureservices within the Province of Manitoba.Nominees for this award will:• have worked in the recreation profession for a minimum of 10 years• have promoted and advanced the values and benefits of recreation, parks and/or leisure• by their actions, have had a positive impact on individuals, families and community in terms of both growth and development• have contributed to the profession through active participation on committees, special initiatives and /or projects with local and/or regionalassociationsThe statement of nomination for this award should respond to and include examples:• What are the nominee’s unique and outstanding achievements?• How has the nominee contributed to advancing the recreation, parks and/or leisure profession?• How has this nominee contributed as a role model for others in the profession?PRESIDENT’S AWARD FOR OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENTThe President’s Award for Outstanding Achievement recognizes community, regional or provincial recreation projects, initiatives, programsor events that have demonstrated significant impact and/or sustainability for the growth and development of recreation, parks or leisure services.Nominations should be submitted for a recreation professional or group of recreation professionals who have made a substantial contribution.Achievement areas include but are not limited to…• a recreation, parks, leisure, arts, cultural or sport project, initiative, program and/or event• active living initiative or campaign• development of recreation leaders – staff, volunteers, instructors, coaches, etc.• design, development or upgrade of a recreation facility/venue• management of a recreation facility• outdoor or environmental education• community recreation development/partnership building• public awareness about recreation services and the benefits/value of recreation• advancement or advocacy of the recreation professionNominees for this award will:• through their actions, have enhanced the quality of life of its citizens through recreation, parks and/or leisure services• have demonstrated innovation, resourcefulness (ingenuity) and vision• have demonstrated leadership in supporting and promoting the project, initiative, program or event• have displayed ways that the project, initiative, program or event has impacted the community, region or province• have displayed ways that the project, initiative, program or event has been sustained over time (if applicable)The statement of nomination for this award should respond to and include examples:• How has this project/initiative/program/event contributed to the social, intellectual and/or physical well-being of the communityand its citizens?• How has it impacted on the overall quality of life for its citizens?• Does this project/initiative/program/event have a lasting impact?STUDENT LEADERSHIP AWARDThe Student Leadership Award recognizes a student who has made a significant contribution to recreation, parks and/or leisure servicesthrough his/her volunteer activities, work experience and academic studies. This recipient of this award will also receive a $200.00 honorarium.Nominees for this award will:• have a high average in academic studies• have demonstrated positive leadership among her/his peers• have been active in the recreation field through volunteer activities, work experience and/or extracurricular pursuitsThe statement of nomination for this award should respond to and include examples:• What are the nominee’s unique and outstanding achievements, including academic performance?• How has the nominee contributed as a peer leader?• How has the nominee’s volunteer activities, work experience and/or extracurricular pursuits influenced his/her career aspiration?

NOMINATION AND SELECTION PROCESSNominations will be evaluated only on the merit of the submission received. As a nominator, it is your responsibility to reflect the achievementsof the nominee and draw out their exceptional nature for the Selection Committee. The nomination form must be completed, signed and allsupporting material enclosed. While only members may be nominated for an award, individuals, groups or organizations may be nominators.The nomination package for each nominee will be reviewed by the Nomination Committee. Incomplete submissions will not be considered.Nominees and nominators will be advised in writing whether their nomination has been accepted and their package forwarded to the SelectionCommittee.Recipients will be chosen in each category by the Selection Committee, an independent group consisting of members of Recreation ConnectionsManitoba. The decisions of the Selection Committee are final. The recipient of an award will be notified in advance. All nominees will alsoreceive notification of the selection committee’s decision.The Selection Committee reserves the right to withhold an award in any category.Nomination Criteria:• Nominee must be a member in good standing with Recreation Connections Manitoba• Must be a resident of Manitoba• Consent to their nomination by signing the nomination form• Student Leadership Award only – must be at least 18 years of age and enrolled full-time in an undergraduate Recreation, RecreationManagement or related academic program from a recognized College or University in Manitoba• Any individual (member or non-member), group or organization may be nominators• Current RCM staff, Board members, Awards Steering & Selection Committee members are not eligibleNomination Submission Requirements:• Complete the Nomination Form• Submit a Statement of Nomination. Please respond to the three (3) questions in the respective award category. Please do not exceed one,8 ½” x 11” sheet of paper (minimum 12 point font) per question:- The statement of nomination should provide specific examples on the nominees contribution(s).- Be thorough and factual – use point form where possible• Submit two (2) Letters of Support- Letters of support is your opportunity to provide specific information not otherwise contained in the statement of nomination- Have supporters cover specific points raised in the statement of nomination but target different qualities you wish to highlight• Submit a Biographical Statement - In the case of an individual nominee, please include a one page brief biographical statement (i.e.occupation, membership, civic activities, leadership roles and other pertinent personal data).General Guidelines• All submissions are requested to be typed or printed on white, 8½” x 11” paper• Single sided and no staples please (use paper clips only)• Retain a copy of the nomination form and materials for future reference and possible resubmission• Remember to check the nomination form and send it complete with signatures from both the nominee and nominator• Do not submit newspaper articles, audiovisual material, brochures, portfolios or photos – they will not be consideredCompleted nomination form and supporting material must be received or post marked no later than December 31st, 2008.Mail nomination package to:Recreation Connections ManitobaAwards and Recognition Program200 Main StreetWinnipeg, ManitobaR3C 4M2For more information, please call (204) 487-7481 or email recmb@mts.net

Nomination FormPlease print clearly or typeAward Category (please check one):o Prairie Crocus Awardo President’s Award for Outstanding Achievemento Student Leadership AwardNominee’s Full Name: ________________________________________________________________________Address: ___________________________________________________________________________________City: _________________________________________________ Postal Code: ________________________Telephone: Residence: _____________________________ Business: _________________________________Email: _____________________________________________________________________________________I have read the information contained in my nomination, certify it to be true and correct and hereby allow myname to stand for nomination.Nominee’s signature: _________________________________________________________________________Nominated by:Name: (either an individual, group, organization) ___________________________________________________Contact Name (if an organization or group): _______________________________________________________Address: ___________________________________________________________________________________City: _________________________________________________ Postal Code: ________________________Telephone: Residence: _____________________________ Business: _________________________________Email: _____________________________________________________________________________________I have read the information in this nomination and, as the nominator, certify it to be true and correct in its entirety.Nominator’s Signature: __________________________________________________________________DEADLINE FOR NOMINATIONCompleted nomination form and supporting material must be received or post marked at Recreation ConnectionsManitoba, Awards and Recognition Program, 200 Main Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3C 4M2 no later thanDecember 31st, 2008.Before mailing, ensure the following materials are included in your nomination package:o Completed and signed nomination formo Statement of Nominationo Two (2) letters of supporto Biographical Statement (for individual submissions only)