ATB Powering Possibility Through the Arts Award The ATB Powering Possibility Through the Arts Award recognizes and supports small to mid-sized organizations who are committed to enriching Calgary through arts programming that powers possibilities for the local creative community. This is a $5,000 cash award, with funds intended to allow a presenting body the ability to continue its work and expand its impact in the arts and culture community. The award will be presented to the recipient at an event celebrating the arts in 2023. This award was established by ATB Financial and is a legacy project of Calgary 2012, Calgary’s year as a Cultural Capital of Canada. About ATB Financial ATB Financial is an Alberta-built financial institution that is a catalyst for economic growth in our province. We’re always looking for new ways to use our financial know-how and our network of dedicated team members to make a difference in Alberta’s communities. ATB Financial is a proud supporter of the arts in Alberta, including Calgary Arts Development and the Calgary 2012 initiative, as well as the National Music Centre, the Calgary Folk Festival, the Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival, and through our Branch for Arts and Culture. Award Rules & Criteria Eligibility Nominees for the ATB Powering Possibility Through the Arts Award must meet all of the following criteria: Be registered and operating in Calgary since the beginning of the nomination year (2023). Have an operating budget of $500,000 or less. Programming must be accessible to the public. Be currently offering artistic programming that compensates artists. Can be a for-profit as long as the organization has a positive impact on the community and a presenting history. Nominations Nomination packages must include the following: One (1) copy of the nominee’s resume or curriculum vitae (CV). One (1) copy of the nomination form, available at the end of this document, signed by both the nominee and nominator. One (1) 30-word synopsis of why the nominee has been nominated (may be used for publication and media purposes if the nominee is selected to receive the award). One (1) letter of nomination (1,000 words or less). Example(s) demonstrating the work of the nominee as it pertains to this award (maximum five individual examples). Please note the example(s) must be submitted in the following file formats, and each file can be a maximum of 3MB: JPEG, PDF, DOC, DOCX, MP3, YouTube or Vimeo link. Jury Jury The awards jury will be composed of artistic peers and community members based in Calgary as well as a representative from ATB Financial, who may be based in either Calgary or Edmonton. Jury members are not disclosed in advance of the official announcement of recipients by Calgary Arts Development. In the event of a perceived conflict of interest, an alternate will replace the jury member in question. The jury will operate with strict confidentiality. All decisions are final. Calgary Arts Development may screen nominations to verify eligibility. Selection Criteria The award recipient will be selected based on the following criteria: Programming – Maximum of Five Points Describe how your programming powers new possibilities through the arts; for artists, for participants, for audiences, or for the community. Detail how your programming prioritizes inclusivity, powering new possibilities for artists or community members. Community Impact – Maximum of Seven Points How has your past or current work opened up new possibilities in your community? This could include new partnerships or collaborations, positive impacts on community members, community pride, or community activation. Impact on the Artist – Maximum of Three Points How has your programming had a positive impact on artists in your community? Special Considerations – Maximum of One Point Are there any extenuating considerations that are not addressed by the criteria above? Notification All nominators and nominees will receive acknowledgment of receipt by mail and email, and will be notified of whether their applications were successful. The recipient will be asked to keep the status of their nomination confidential until the official announcement of recipients by Calgary Arts Development and will also be asked to accommodate the filming of a recipient video. Deadlines & Delivery The deadline for uploading completed nomination packages is 4:30pm MT on May 12, 2023. Complete applications must be submitted online through the form below on or before the deadline. Incomplete or late nominations will not be accepted or considered. If you have nominated someone and did not receive acknowledgement of receipt or notification, please contact awards@calgaryartsdevelopment.com. Before submitting your nomination package, ensure that you have prepared: One (1) copy of the nominee’s resume or curriculum vitae (CV). One (1) copy of the nomination form, signed by both the nominee and nominator. One (1) copy of a letter of nomination (1,000 words or less) signed by the nominator. One (1) copy of a 30-word synopsis of why the nominee has been nominated. Up to five (5) examples demonstrating the work of the nominee and their suitability for this award. As few as one example is acceptable. Downloads Guidelines PDFNomination Form Submit Your Nomination Nomination Form ATB Powering Possibility Through the Arts Award ATB Powering Possibility Through the Arts Award You should receive a confirmation message when you submit this form. If you do not receive confirmation, please email awards@calgaryartsdevelopment.com. Nominator Name (required) Nominator Email (required) Nominator Phone Number (required) Nominator Mailing Address (required) Nominated Artist Name (required) Nominated Artist Email (required) Nominated Artist Phone Number (required) Nominated Artist Mailing Address (required) Nomination Form (required) Drop a file here or click to upload Choose File Maximum upload size: 3MB Allowed File Types: PDF, TXT, DOC, DOCX Synopsis Include up to 30 words on why the nominee has been nominated. (required) Letter of Nomination 1,000 words or less. (required) Drop a file here or click to upload Choose File Maximum upload size: 3MB Allowed File Types: PDF, TXT, DOC, DOCX Support MaterialPlease provide at least one (1) but up to five (5) pieces of support material demonstrating the nominee’s work and their suitability for this award. 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