2016 British Columbia Multicultural Awards

Nomination Form

The British Columbia Multicultural Awards honour exceptional people, businesses and organizations that promote multiculturalism and bring diverse cultures together.

Please indicate the nomination category for your nomination.*

Individual
Youth
Business
Organization
Multicultural Excellence in Government

Please indicate the nomination category for your nomination.*

Individual
Youth
Business
Organization
Multicultural Excellence in Government

Nominee Information

Name*

Address*

Phone

Email*

Nominator Information

I am nominating myself

I am nominating myself

Name*

Address*

Phone

Email*

Relationship*

The nominee is aware of and has agreed to this nomination*

The nominee is aware of and has agreed to this nomination

The nominee is a minor and parent or guardian has agreed to this nomination.

The nominee is a minor and parent or guardian has agreed to this nomination.

The nominee is a minor and parent or guardian has agreed to this nomination.

The nominee is a minor and parent or guardian has agreed to this nomination.

Nomination Criteria:

In reviewing the nominations, the judges will consider the contributions and achievements in regards to:

Raising awareness of diversity, multiculturalism and anti-racism issues
Promoting respect and inclusion
Creating a welcoming environment
Donating the award money to further advance multiculturalism in British Columbia

Nomination Questions

Please answer the following questions:.

A. For nominees in the Individual, Youth, Business and Organization Categories:

1. Provide a brief statement that summarizes the main points of the nomination. The purpose of the summary is to give the judges a condensed and objective account of the accomplishments of the nomination.*

2. How has the nominee contributed to multiculturalism in British Columbia?*

3. Please identify the not-for-profit organization to receive the award money. How will the $5000 be used if the nominee is chosen as the recipient?*

B. For nominees in the category of Multicultural Excellence in Government:

1. Provide a brief statement that summarizes the main points of the nomination. The purpose of the summary is to give the judges a condensed and objective account of the accomplishments of the nomination.

2. Provide details of the work, project, initiative or program and how it has contributed to multiculturalism in British Columbia.

Please note the nominee and/or nominator may be contacted for additional information if required.

How to submit:

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A PDF version of this form is also available. Send your request to: multiculturalism@gov.bc.ca For more information or enquiries, please contact: Lori Baxter at 778-840 5182 or lori@loribaxter.ca or Gail Greenwood, Senior Director, Corporate Initiatives and Multiculturalism 3rd floor, 1803 Douglas Street, Victoria, British Columbia V8T 5C3 250 952-0664 or email Gail.Greenwood@gov.bc.ca

Nominations must be received by 5 pm on Monday, September 26, 2016

By submitting this form, the nominee and nominator agree to the terms and conditions. The information on this form is collected under the authority of Sections 26(c) and 27(1)(c) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act [RSBC 1996 c.165], and will help us to assess the eligibility and to notify nominees/ recipients of the British Columbia Multicultural Awards. By submitting this form you are confirming that you are authorized to provide information of individuals/organizations/businesses for the purpose of nomination for these awards either as a nominee or nominator. If you have any questions about the collection, use or disclosure of this information, please contact the British Columbia Multicultural Awards at multiculturalism@gov.bc.ca. Knowledge of a proposed nomination should be restricted to the individuals/organizations/businesses compiling the nomination.

Terms and Conditions:

Award Money:

Award money is not intended for individual gain. Nominees will be asked to identify a not-for-profit organization to receive a cheque for $5,000 to be used for the further advancement of multiculturalism in B.C. The selected organization must agree to accept the award and must be registered and active in British Columbia. An award recipient in the organization or business category may designate their organization as the award recipient, as long as they meet the qualifications. Award recipients in the category of Multicultural Excellence in Government will be honoured with a trophy and a Certificate of Recognition. No money will be awarded in the Government category. A nominee cannot be nominated in more than one category in any one year. The nominee or representative agrees to the use of applicant information and/or being interviewed or photographed for publicity purposes.

Judging:

An independent selection panel with expertise in multiculturalism and anti-racism will follow assessment guidelines to evaluate all the nominees. The process of evaluating nominees and selecting recipients is at the discretion of the independent selection panel. The selection panel has the option of not making an award in all categories. In reviewing the nominations, the judges will consider the contributions and achievements in the following areas: • Raising awareness of diversity, multiculturalism and anti-racism issues • Promoting respect and inclusion • Creating a welcoming environment • Donating the award money to further advance multiculturalism in British Columbia

Terms and Conditions:

Award Money:

Award money is not intended for individual gain. Nominees will be asked to identify a not-for-profit organization to receive a cheque for $5,000 to be used for the further advancement of multiculturalism in B.C. The selected organization must agree to accept the award and must be registered and active in British Columbia. An award recipient in the organization or business category may designate their organization as the award recipient, as long as they meet the qualifications. Award recipients in the category of Multicultural Excellence in Government will be honoured with a trophy and a Certificate of Recognition. No money will be awarded in the Government category. A nominee cannot be nominated in more than one category in any one year. The nominee or representative agrees to the use of applicant information and/or being interviewed or photographed for publicity purposes.

Judging:

An independent selection panel with expertise in multiculturalism and anti-racism will follow assessment guidelines to evaluate all the nominees. The process of evaluating nominees and selecting recipients is at the discretion of the independent selection panel. The selection panel has the option of not making an award in all categories. In reviewing the nominations, the judges will consider the contributions and achievements in the following areas: • Raising awareness of diversity, multiculturalism and anti-racism issues • Promoting respect and inclusion • Creating a welcoming environment • Donating the award money to further advance multiculturalism in British Columbia

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