Nomination procedures for the Ramon John Hnatyshyn Award for Voluntarism in the Performing Arts
The assessment criterion for nominations in the voluntarism category is the quality and scope of the contribution by the nominee(s) to the performing arts in Canada over an extended period.
Voluntarism is defined as:
- giving personal time and expertise;
- displaying generosity; or
- establishing a history of financial support in the service of a community, without direct or indirect financial or other compensation for the service.
Documentation
Each nomination must be proposed by one principal nominator.
Nominators must complete the nomination form for the Ramon John Hnatyshn Award, which includes the following items:
- The coordinates of the nominator (name, address, telephone and fax numbers, and e-mail address) and the name of the nominee
- A declaration signed by the nominator confirming that he/she and the nominee meet the eligibility criteria described in this section and that the information contained in the nomination form is accurate
- A statement or letter (maximum two pages) prepared and signed by the nominator, describing why the nominee should receive the Ramon John Hnatyshyn Award for Voluntarism in the Performing Arts. The statement should focus on how the nominee has contributed to the service and development of the performing arts in Canada.
- A current, two-page biography of the nominee, with emphasis on the nominee’s voluntary contribution to the performing arts
The official nomination form for the RJH Award must be used to provide the required information. A copy of the original form may be submitted, but it must bear original signatures. The Foundation will not accept bound materials (e.g., stapled or Cerlox- or spiral-bound) and is not responsible for the loss or damage, whatever the cause, of support material. Any support materials sent to the Foundation will not be returned.
