Nomination Guidelines

Guidelines for Nominating

  • Please read the guidelines to ensure that your nomination form meets all eligibility requirements and is completed in full.
  • Late nominations will not be accepted.
  • Incomplete forms will not be accepted.
  • The names of all nominees will be published.

Nomination Package

Nominees

  • The nominee must have a significant connection to St. Albert. A significant connection is defined as: live in, be a student in, work in, have grown up in or spent a significant portion of their lives in St. Albert.
  • Nominees will be considered for one category only.
  • If multiple category nominations do occur, the nominee will be contacted to determine what category best suits them.
  • Incomplete packages will not be reviewed by the jury.
  • Past Arts Awards nominees can be nominated again in the same category.
  • Past Arts Awards recipients cannot be nominated again in the same category.
  • Photo requirements must be adhered to.

Nominator

  • Can be an individual, organization or business.
  • Can nominate an artist in one category only.
  • Can be a family member.
  • Artists can self-nominate.

How Are Nominees Recognized?

The nominees of the Mayor’s Arts Awards will receive the following:

  • A letter from the Mayor of St. Albert.
  • Mention in a news release announcing the award nominees sent to local print, television and radio media.
  • Mention on the City of St. Albert website.
  • Highlighted on the City of St. Albert's social media channels.

HOW ARE RECIPIENTS RECOGNIZED?  

  • Produced content that can be used to showcase your talents on your social media channels. 
  • Featured article in the arts and cultural newsletter, St. Albert LIVE.  
  • Opportunity to perform at events that the City produces (as artistic discipline allows).  
  • Featured on the City of St. Albert’s social media channels.  
  • Invitation to an exclusive reception and recipient announcement with the Mayor of St. Albert. 

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Last edited: August 25, 2025