Nomination Guidelines and Submission Form

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What Should Be Included in Your Nomination?

The following guidelines are designed to assist you in preparing a compelling and comprehensive nomination for one of our awards. A strong submission highlights the nominee’s achievements, leadership, and meaningful contributions to the Physician Assistant (PA) profession in Canada.

1. Understand the Award Criteria

Begin by reviewing the specific criteria for the award. Ensure your nomination aligns with the selection requirements, which may include:

Professional recognition
Commitment to the PA profession
Advocacy and leadership
Outreach and engagement
Innovative initiatives
Community service and volunteering

Tailoring your nomination to reflect these elements will strengthen its impact.

2. Gather Relevant Information

Collect detailed and accurate information about the nominee, including:

Key achievements and milestones
Professional contributions
Leadership roles and recognitions
Measurable impact on the PA profession in Canada

Providing clear evidence will help the Awards Committee evaluate the nominee effectively.

3. Structure Your Nomination

Introduction

Start with a concise overview of the nominee, including:

Their name, title, and organization
Your relationship to them (if applicable)
A brief statement summarizing why they deserve the award

Professional Recognition

Demonstrate how the nominee is respected within the PA profession and beyond. Include:

Awards and honours
Leadership roles
Professional achievements and recognitions

4. Long-Term Commitment to the PA Profession

Highlight the nominee’s sustained dedication to advancing the PA profession in Canada. Examples may include:

Length of service in key roles
Contributions to professional development initiatives
Teaching and supporting PA students
Mentoring emerging professionals

5. Advocacy for the PA Profession

Showcase how the nominee has championed the interests of PAs. Consider including:

Public speaking engagements
Participation in industry forums or policy discussions
Contributions to professional publications or media
Advocacy efforts at institutional, provincial, or national levels

6. Outreach and Engagement

Provide evidence of meaningful collaboration and engagement with key stakeholders, such as:

Government agencies and policymakers
Healthcare organizations and industry leaders
PA educational programs as faculty, clinical preceptors, guest lecturers, or instructors
Participation on committees or advisory boards (e.g., CAPA Board Member, Committee Member, PACCC Member)

7. Initiatives and Impactful Projects

Describe initiatives led by the nominee that have advanced the PA profession or improved healthcare delivery. Examples include:

Launching educational programs or workshops
Implementing innovative solutions to industry challenges
Leading research or policy initiatives
Promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within the profession

8. Community Volunteering

Highlight the nominee’s commitment to giving back to their community. This may include:

Leadership roles in community organizations
Volunteer work related or unrelated to the PA profession
Contributions to charitable or outreach initiatives

9. Support with Testimonials and Evidence

Strengthen the nomination with credible endorsements and documentation:

Testimonials from colleagues, stakeholders, or community leaders
Articles, publications, or media features
Project reports or measurable outcomes
Certificates, awards, or letters of support

10. Review and Submission

Before submitting your nomination:

Proofread for clarity, accuracy, and completeness
Ensure all criteria are addressed
Verify that supporting documents are included
Submit the nomination through the designated channel by the stated deadline

Follow-Up

Once submitted, the Awards Committee will confirm receipt of your nomination. You may be contacted to provide additional information or clarification if required.

Final Tip

A strong nomination is clear, concise, and evidence-based. Focus on demonstrating the nominee’s impact, leadership, and dedication to advancing the Physician Assistant profession in Canada.

First Name (Required)

Last Name (Required)

Email (Optional)

Relationship to nominee: (Required)

Are you a CAPA member ? (Required)

Confirmation: This nomination is not a self-nomination. (Required)

Award being nominated for (select one): (Required)

Nominee Full Name (Required)

Nominee Current role or title (Required)

Nominee Organization (If Applicable) (Optional)

Is Nominee a CAPA member? (Required)

Has Nominee won this award is the past 5 years? (Required)

Nomination Summary (Required)  Please describe why this individual deserves this award, addressing impact, leadership, advocacy, service, or educational contribution as applicable. (Required)

Award-Specific Highlights  Briefly address the relevant criteria for the selected award. (Examples: long-term commitment, contribution to PA profession, educational impact.)  (Required)

Supporting Materials (Optional)  List any supporting documents provided (e.g., letters of support, testimonials). (Optional)

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Acknowledgement  I confirm that the information provided is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. (Required)

Signature (Required)

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Date Signed (Required)

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