The Nunavut Commissioner's Arts Award was created by Commissioner Hanson to recognize artists who have made a substantial and distinguished contribution in the field of visual arts over a significant period of time.
The Award for significant contribution to the Arts will be awarded to one individual in the amount of $10,000.00.
Eligibility
Candidates must be Nunavut residents. To be nominated, candidates must have made a substantial and distinguished contribution to the performing arts over a significant time period
Individuals may be awarded the Award only once.
Nomination Process
Support Documentation
Support documentation, including support letters, is very important to the nomination and adjudication process. The following support documentation is required:
Nominations are to be submitted to: as specified on nomination forms Nomination forms are also available on Commissioner’s website or by calling the Commissioner’s Office (867) 975-5120.
Selection Procedure
Nominations for the Award will be reviewed by a Selection Committee. The Committee will determine who will become the recipient of the Award by following a selection process. Committee members will be selected from the Nunavut arts sectors and will have recognized expertise and experience in the area of arts and culture.
Notification of Results
The Commissioner will notify the recipients in writing approximately one month before the presentation of the award. Results are not released over the telephone. Recipients must agree to allow photographs and public information about them to be used for promotion of the Award and in other promotional initiatives by the Commissioner’s Office. Recipients must also agree to participate in all award activities, including ceremony receptions, media conferences, and other related events.
SELECTION COMMITTEE - PROCEDURES
Selection of Committee Members
Each year, the Commissioner shall invite five individuals from the Nunavut arts and culture sector to sit as members of the Selection Committee.
Selection Committee Meetings
The Selection Committee will meet via Conference Call organized by the Office of the Commissioner.
Selection Committee Members will not receive any remuneration for their work.
Selection Process
The selection will be based on the following criteria:
The Award will consist of the following:
Contact us at the Office of the Commissioner:
For correspondence by mail, please send to:
Office of the Commissioner
In person:
Commissioner’s Residence
House 2554
Iqaluit, Nunavut