2017 Saskatchewan

Literacy Awards of Merit

Nomination Form

About the Saskatchewan Literacy Awards of Merit

The Lieutenant Governor of Saskatchewan honours people who demonstrate a spirit of dedication and commitment to literacy and learning through the annual Saskatchewan Literacy Awards of Merit. The awards recognize:

Adult literacy learners who have demonstrated exceptional commitment and progress in their learning journey;

Individuals and organizations who have shown dedication to the cause of literacy and essential skills;

Significant accomplishments in service or professional activities, outstanding initiative, and leadership in support of literacy and essential skills.

Date: Thursday, May 4th, 2017

Time: 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Location:

Delta Bessborough

601 Spadina Crescent East

Saskatoon, SK

Submit application by email, fax or mail to:

Saskatchewan Literacy Network

#11 – 2155 Airport Drive

Saskatoon, SK S7L 6M5

Fax: 306-651-7287

Email: saskliteracy@saskliteracy.ca

Application Deadline: April 5th, 2017

Award Categories

Workplace Training Excellence Award

This award celebrates the commitment of an exemplary organization, dedicated to enhancing the skills of its employees. Award selection is based on the implementation of workplace training programs and activities that promote leadership and skill growth. Practices such as mentorship and essential skills development that result in upward career mobility, equity group engagement, and employee retention are taken into consideration.

Business Leadership in Literacy Award

This award commends a business or corporation in Saskatchewan for the significant financial and community support of literacy and essential skills. Award selection is based on noteworthy contributions, ongoing support of training activities, and philanthropy that encourages learners to develop their abilities.

Outstanding Literacy Project Award

This award honours a literacy project or program that makes a positive impact on learners and their community. Award selection is based on demonstrated innovation, creativity, and vision in project design and delivery. Development process, participant engagement, outcomes, and overall project successes are also evaluated.

Professional Leadership in Literacy Award

This award recognizes the dedication of a manager, employee, or teacher who supports training, literacy, and essential skills in their organization and community. Award selection is based on initiating learning activities, ensuring inclusive training environments, and other documented achievements.

Volunteer Service Award

This award pays tribute to an individual who is committed to serving individuals and their community. Award selection is based on exceptional dedication to supporting literacy and essential skills activities that may not be possible without the inspiration and help of volunteers, such as providing training, fundraising, mentorship, program coordination, and tutoring services.

Cameco Literacy Learner Award ($1000 Bursary)

This award is dedicated to an individual with exceptional commitment to their personal literacy and essential skills development in training programs and/or in the workplace. Award selection is based on demonstrated literacy and essential skills growth that makes a significant impact on their life. Showing leadership and commitment to giving back through community service is also taken into consideration.

Nomination Form (must be fully completed)

Category: (please check one)

Workplace Training Excellence Award	Professional Leadership in Literacy Award
Business Leadership in Literacy Award	Volunteer Service Award
Outstanding Literacy Project Award	Cameco Literacy Learner Award
Nominator Details
Name:
Title:	Organization:
Address:
Phone:	Email:
Relationship to Nominee:
Signature: Date: By signing, I declare all information in this submission is true to the best of my knowledge.

Nominee Details
Name:
Title:	Organization:
Address:
Phone:	Email:
Signature: Date: By signing, I declare all information in this submission is true to the best of my knowledge, I consent to the publication of my biography and picture(s), and I agree to attend the Saskatchewan Literacy Awards of Merit on May 4th, 2017 in Saskatoon, SK if I am selected.

Letter of Support:

One (or more) letter(s) of support, from someone other than the Nominator listed above, must be attached and include the following information:

Name of nominee

Name, title, and contact information for the individual writing the letter of support

Maximum of 250 words addressing how the nominee meets the award criteria

Nomination Details

Describe how the nominee fits the criteria for the award.

For example, exemplary personal characteristics, community involvement, or mission statement (Maximum 250 words)

Describe the activities, projects, or learning/training the nominee is involved with in relation to the award criteria.

For example, name and details of training program, community events, or sponsorship

(Maximum 150 words)

Nominee Biography

For example, address topics such as your connection to literacy and learning, why you are passionate about skill development, and how this connects to your personal growth, professional development and/or business initiatives.

(Maximum 300 words)

Thank you for your submission to the

Saskatchewan Literacy Awards of Merit!

Award recipients are determined by the Saskatchewan Literacy Awards of Merit Selection Committee and will be notified by April 21st, 2017.