Nominations for the 2021 Indspire awards are now open

Friday, July 3rd, 2020 6:45am

The deadline to nominate is July 19, 2020

Indspire Award recipients provide inspiration for our young people and serve to educate all Canadians about the tremendous contributions that Indigenous people are making across the country.

Do you know a First Nations, Inuit, or Métis individual whose story could inspire, uplift, and educate? Nominate them TODAY for an Indspire Award!

The deadline to nominate is July 19, 2020

Eligibility Requirements Nominees must be individuals who are of First Nations, Inuit, or Métis heritage; • demonstrate outstanding achievement; • are of any age (youth award nominees must be 27 years of age or under by nomination deadline); and • are permanent Canadian residents or Canadian born

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