Nunavut Commissioner’s Arts Award Guidelines

Nunavut Commissioner's Arts Award Guidelines Inuktitut

Nunavut Commissioner's Arts Award Guidelines Inuinnaqtun

See English Nomination form

See Inuktitut Nomination form

See Inuinnaqtun Nomination Form

 

The Nunavut Commissioner’s Arts Award was created by the Honorable Ann Meekitjuk Hanson, Commissioner of Nunavut to honor Nunavut's most outstanding visual artists.

The Nunavut Commissioner’s Arts Award will be awarded annually 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 arts over a significant time period.

Individuals may be awarded the Award only once. 

Nomination Process

  • Deadline for nominations is June 16, 2008
  • Nominations must be supported in writing by an individual or by an organization.
  • Artists may not apply for the award on their own behalf.
  • Nominators are responsible for providing support documentation by the deadline.

 

Nomination Deadline

The deadline is June 16, 2008.  Nominations and all supporting documentation must be postmarked no later than the deadline date. If this date falls on a weekend or statutory holiday, the deadline moves to the next business day. Nominations submitted by fax or email will be accepted. The Selection Committee will not consider incomplete submissions.

 

Support Documentation

Support documentation, including a support letter, is very important to the nomination and judging process. The following support documentation is required:

 

  • A support letter from the nominator. Letters must include the name, full address, telephone number, fax number and email address of the nominator and describe the nominee’s contributions to the arts and why the nominee should receive the Award. .

 

2.  Information about the nominated artist:

  • The nominee’s area or type of work in the arts
  • One page backgrounder summarizing the education, distinguished achievements, honors and awards, and current activities of the artist.
  • Nominee’s full home and office addresses, telephone numbers and email address.
  • Proof of nominee's residency (birth certificate, driver’s license, General ID Card).

 

  • The nomination papers must include samples of the artist’s work. The actual artwork is not required. Photographs representing the artist’s work must be sent either by mail or email.    

 

NB: The Office of the Commissioner or the Selection Committee is not responsible for any loss or damage to support material.

 

Submissions Procedure

Nominations are to be submitted to: Office of the Commissioner of Nunavut, as stated on the nomination form. Nomination forms are 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 be the recipient of the Award by following a selection process. Committee members will have in-depth knowledge of the arts sectors in Nunavut and will have recognized expertise and experience in the area of arts and culture.

 

Notification of Results

The Commissioner will inform the artist who has been selected to receive the Nunavut Commissioner’s Arts Award The recipient will receive a letter officially confirming that he/she has been selected to receive the award. 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 who have in-depth knowledge of arts and culture in Nunavut 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:

  • Achievements
  • Contributions
  • Quality / impact of work

 

 

Award

The  Award will consist of the following:

  • Framed certificate
  • Cheque for $10,000.00

 

The Nunavut Commissioner’s Arts Award will be presented annually by the Commissioner of Nunavut at an Official Ceremony.