Manitoba Indigenous Sports Hall of Fame

NOMINATIONS

Nominations for the Manitoba Indigenous Sports Hall of Fame are open year-round. However, every year, we nominate a "class of inductees", which are selected from nominations received in the past calendar year.

The next class of inductees will be taking place in April of 2024. Nominations for this class will close on February 28th, 2024 at 3:00PM CST.

NOMINATION CRITERIA

CATEGORIES OF MEMBERS

There are two categories in which someone can be elected to the Manitoba Indigenous Sports Hall of Fame.

  1. Athlete

    1. Individual - a competitor in a singles event(s) or an outstanding individual from a team event.

    2. Team - a team is more than one athlete, or, athletes taking part in a team event; and as a unit has achieved an outstanding accomplishment.

  2. Builder

    1. A Builder is an individual or group of individuals whose efforts as leaders, administrators, officials, coaches, media, or in other roles have made an outstanding contribution to sport.

ELIGIBILITY

  1. Athlete

    1. Any Indigenous individual or team (amateur or professional) who was Manitoba born, a longtime resident of the Province or a resident of Manitoba at the time of their achievement or contribution and whose example has brought credit to the sport and high respect for the individual or team; and whose conduct will not bring discredit to the Hall of Fame is eligible for nomination.
    2. Normally athletes shall not be considered for induction until three years after retirement from competitive sport. except in the event of death or following a particularly outstanding athletic achievement that warrants special recognition. Such as participation in the Olympic Games.
  2. Builder

    1. Any Indigenous individual or group of individuals who have made an outstanding and extraordinary contribution to amateur or professional sport in Manitoba other than as a competitor, including coaches, and whose example has brought credit to the sport and high respect for the individual; and whose conduct will not bring discredit to the Hall of Fame is eligible for nomination.
    2. Those who are professional promoters, sponsors, fundraisers, and sports organizations are not eligible for consideration.
    3. A Builder may be either active or inactive at the time of their consideration.

NOMINATION GUIDELINES

  1. Click below to download a PDF of the nomination form.
    1. Manitoba Indigenous Sports Hall of Fame Nomination Form
    2. Please ensure that all part of the nomination form are completed. Incomplete forms will not be accepted.
  2. The application can be hand-written or typed. It can be submitted electronically or in person, and must include all accompanying documentation to be considered complete. Each application must be clear and legible.
    1. In-person or mail applications will be received at: 145 Pacific Ave. Office #105 R3B 2Z6 Winnipeg, MB
    2. Applications can be submitted via email to mel.whitesell@masrc.com.
    3. By fax at 204-925-5716.
  3. Nominations should include a photograph, if possible, of the nominee in uniform, participating in their respective sport/event/community. All original photographs will be returned to the nominator.
  4. All relevant accolades, achievements, and awards must be listed in chronological order with dates where necessary.
  5. All parts of the nomination application must be completed to be considered ready for submission.
    1. Part A: Nominee Information
    2. Part B: Nominator Information Part C: Nomination Information
  6. Additional documentation not directly listed in this application will also be accepted. These include: letters of recommendation, reference letters, letters of support. Documents (i.e. newsletters, news articles) showcasing the nominee's character, involvement, and commitment are always welcome.
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