City Seeking Public Nominations for Culture and Heritage Awards

Showcasing excellence in culture and heritage

NEWS RELEASE - Distributed October 3, 2014 8:39 AM

Summary

The City of Nanaimo’s Culture and Heritage Commission recognizes outstanding organizations, groups or individuals in the arts, culture & heritage fields in Nanaimo. The public is invited to nominate organizations or individuals for the following award categories: Excellence in Culture; Honour in Culture; Emerging Cultural Leader; and John Thomson Heritage Memorial.

This is your opportunity to recognize people and groups you believe have made a significant contribution to making Nanaimo a culturally vibrant city. Nominations are reviewed by the Culture and Heritage Commission, with recommendations being made to City Council. Recipients are recognized at a celebration at the Port Theatre in April of 2015.

Nomination forms are available on the City's website or by contacting the Culture and Heritage Department directly at 250-755-4483 or cultureandheritage@nanaimo.ca.

Nominations will be accepted until October 31, 2014.

Link to Strategic Plan: Corporate Strategic Plan (2012) "Culture Vitality" - These awards will ensure that Nanaimo will have a strong and vibrant culture which evolves with a coordinated effort leading to greater popularity as a place to visit, live, work and play. A Cultural Plan for a Creative Nanaimo (2014-2020) - Strengthening the Creative Sector, Connectivity: Connecting people, communities and ideas.

Key Points

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 must be recognized as a “Nanaimo Artist,”demonstrated excellence in their field, and as being 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.

Quotes

"These awards recognize the best of Nanaimo's arts and cultural volunteers, as well as creative talent. The work of these amazing volunteers and creative professionals all contributes a sense of vitality and pride within our community."

Fred Pattje

City Council

City of Nanaimo