Nominating Process

How do I nominate something for commemoration?

1. Download the nomination form guidlines, nomination form, program guidelines, and evaluation criteria. [PDF] Versions françaises: lignes directrices relatives à la mise en candidature, formulaire de candidature,  lignes directrices du programme, et critères d'évaluation.
2. Send in the nomination by the deadline: February 15 or June 15. Mail or email versions are accepted.
3. When a nomination is received, the program administrator acknowledges receipt by mail or email and reviews it for completeness and conformity to the program eligibility criteria. If all requirements are met, the nominee is notified that the submission will be forwarded to the Provincial Historic Commemorartions Board (PHCB) for consideration. If a nomination requires additional information, the nominee is requested to supply it. Nominations that do not meet the program eligibility criteria are not forwarded to the PHCB. Nominees are notified of the decision and the reasons for it.
4. The PHCB evaluates the nomination according to the evaluation criteria for each category and compiles a preliminary list of candidates for designation.
5. As needed, the PHCB commissions research papers to support nominations under consideration. This stage may also involve consultation with community organizations, Aboriginal groups, and other relevant parties, if deemed necessary.
6. The PHCB reviews the research papers and makes final recommendations for designation to the Minister of Tourism, Culture and Recreation.
7. The Minister reviews nominations recommended by the PHCB and makes the final decision regarding commemorations.
8. Successful nominations are commemorated through a ceremony, online multi-media e-plaque and additional educational and outreach initiatives.  Successful nominations may receive funding of up to $2,500 to undertake local awareness-raising and legacy projects.

On average, 2-5 commemorations are designated each year. The application and designation process takes about 12-18 months.

Successful nominations are commemorated through a ceremony, online multi-media e-plaque and additional educational and outreach initiatives.  Successful nominations may receive funding of up to $2,500 to undertake local awareness-raising and legacy projects.

On average, 2-5 commemorations are designated each year. The application and designation process takes about 12-18 months.

About Legacy Projects

In addition to the annual commemorations ceremony and e-plaque, designates can also apply for up to $2500 in funding to complete legacy projects that raise awareness about the commemoration and the program. Examples of these projects include:

1. School programs (including school tours, development of courses, talks/presentations, scholarships, contests, online educational resources)
2. Commissioned research
3. Commissioned publication (book, article, CD, video)
4. Professionally developed interpretation (panels, exhibit elements, banners, online exhibit)
5. Design of multi-media presentations
6. Development of promotional brochures
7. Stipends (for Tradition Bearers, for example)
8. Workshops (with Tradition Bearers, for example)
9. Development of audio/video recordings (of traditional skills, for example)
10. Community event
11. Professional development opportunity, followed by a public presentation
12. Commissioned creative piece (artwork, poetry, song, etc)

Following the public announcement of a commemoration, designates are asked to submit a short proposal to indicate the kind of legacy activity they wish to undertake. Designates are responsible for the development, administration and maintenance of their project.

■ Exceptional People from the Past ■ Outstanding Historic Events ■ Unique Places ■ Distinctive Cultural Traditions & Practices ■ Tradition Bearers