Join the celebrationRecognizing individuals and groups who care about Muskoka and its residentsNOMINATION DEADLINEWednesday, July 282nd Annual Gala Dinner PresentationThursday, August 26, <strong>2010</strong>at The Rosseau, a JW Marriott Resort & SpaPresented bywww.muskokamagazine.comwww.whatsupmuskoka.com
The Muskoka Awards are an opportunity to celebrate those who havemade outstanding contributions to the well-being of Muskoka and the lives ofthose who live here, permanently and seasonally.The Muskoka Awards- showcase the efforts of those who have made a lasting difference- honour personal achievement- thank those who have championed causes that improve our livesNomination InformationIndividual Nominations: Individuals, who have been permanent and seasonal residents of Muskoka since August, 26,2008, are eligible to be nominated. Eligible individuals are open for nomination in one or more categories.Group Nominations: For group awards, please see the specific criteria of the Community Organization category.Nomination CategoriesAwards to be presented Thursday, August 26, <strong>2010</strong> at The Muskoka Awards Gala atThe Rosseau, a JW Marriott Resort & SpaTicketsNOMINATION DEADLINE Wednesday, July 28Arts: This award celebrates individuals whose creativity, personal artistic achievements, support of the arts and/orleadership has had a significant impact on Muskoka’s arts community.Natural Environment: The natural environment is the underpinning of Muskoka’s much-envied lifestyle. Individualsnominated for this award will have shown through their actions what can be done to lessen human impact on thenatural environment. This award recognizes individuals whose efforts have demonstrated a long-term commitment topreserving Muskoka’s well being, not only today but also in the future.Community Advocate: Through words and actions, individuals nominated for this award will have championed a causeor activity that has improved Muskoka and/or the lives of its residents.Humanitarian: Through their actions, individuals nominated for this award will have touched the lives of their fellowMuskokans and/or peoples in other parts of the world. Through their leadership and example, they will havedemonstrated how their lives have made a difference in the lives of others.Sports and Recreation: Through personal achievement, by providing leadership or by supporting the development ofsports and recreational activities, the nominees for this award will have set an example for others.Youth: Individuals nominated for this award are 25 years of age or younger as of August, 26, <strong>2010</strong>. The focus of thisaward is the recognition of nominees who have done one or both of the following:- made contributions to improving the community through volunteer service.- demonstrated an ability to have a positive impact on their peers.Community Organization: Nominees for this award will include volunteer organizations, associations, service clubs,businesses or other groups that have undertaken projects and programs that have had significant positive impact onMuskokans. Any Muskoka-based organization, group or business that has been in operation since August 26, 2008, iseligible to be nominated. To be considered Muskoka-based, the organization must conduct its main operations inMuskoka or be the local branch of a provincial, national or international organization, group or business.Tickets are available at a cost of $75 each. Table of 10 – $700. Ticket prices include applicable taxes.To make a reservation, call 705-646-1314 ext. 201For details on how you can nominate or participate in The Muskoka Awards, visit our websites:www.muskokamagazine.com | www.whatsupmuskoka.com