| The CAMRT Awards Program
Honorary Awards
Deadline: Nominations must be
submitted to the CAMRT Office no later than January 30, 2011
Welch Memorial Lecture
Online entry form
Description
The Welch Memorial Lecture was established in 1951 to honour
Mr. Herbert M. Welch, one of the pioneer members of the association.
Mr. Welch was also president of the association from 1949 to 1950.
To be chosen to deliver this lecture is considered an honor, which
is bestowed upon a member of the CAMRT who has made an outstanding
contribution to the profession at a national level. The recipient
must have influenced the growth of the profession in clinical practice,
education, research, and/or administration. The Welch Memorial Lecture
may be on the lecturer’s topic of choice. Given that it is
the focal point of the Annual General Conference, it is expected
that the lecture will reflect the vision and values of the association.
The lecture should reflect the outstanding contribution and experience
demonstrated by the recipient of this award.
Eligibility
- Nominees should be Current Full Practice or Non-Practicing Members
in the Full Practice Qualified, or Senior Member categories.
- There is no restriction as to years of membership within CAMRT.
- Ability and willingness to provide a noteworthy presentation
that is reflective of the vision and values of the association.
Nomination and selection
The Welch Memorial Lecturers may be nominated by the Provincial
Member-Associations or individual members and selected by the CAMRT
Board of Directors. Requests for nominations are sent to Member-Associations
and members in August of each year, with a request that the CAMRT
Office receives the nominated names no later than January 7. The
Board Awards Sub-Committee will make their recommendations at the
late winter board meeting and the recipient notified immediately.
As a record of having gained the distinction of delivering the
Welch Memorial Lecture, the association provides an engraved trophy,
which each recipient keeps as a permanent memento.
Judging Criteria
- Is the nominee a CAMRT member?
- Has the nominee made a significant contribution to the profession
at the national level?
- Has the nominee influenced the growth of the profession in
(one or more of):
- clinical practice
- education
- research
- administration
- Has the nominee promoted and perpetuated excellence in the
profession?
- Has the nominee influenced others toward higher levels of achievement
and/or attainment?
- Is the nominee recognized as a leader in the profession?
Dr. Marshall Mallett Lamp of Knowledge Award
Online entry form
Description
Sponsored by the CAMRT Foundation, the Dr. Marshall Mallett Lamp
of Knowledge Award is designed to honour a member of the CAMRT who,
in the opinion of the Board of Directors, has made a significant
contribution to the profession and/or association at a national
level in the field of education. The Alberta Division first donated
the Marshall Mallett Award to the CAMRT in 1957.
Eligibility
- Current Full Practice or Non-Practicing Member in the Full Practice
Qualified, or Senior Member categories.
- There is no restriction as to years of membership within CAMRT.
Nomination and selection
The Dr. Marshall Mallett Lamp of Knowledge Award recipients may
be nominated by the Provincial Member-Associations or individual
members and selected by the CAMRT Board of Directors. Requests for
nominations are sent to Member-Associations and members in August
of each year, with a request that the CAMRT Office receives the
nominated names no later than January 7. The Board Awards Sub-Committee
will make their recommendations at the late winter board meeting.
Since the recipient must have made a significant contribution,
the award will only be given when deemed appropriate. If given,
the award will be presented at the Annual General Conference.
As a record of having gained the distinction of receiving the Marshall
Mallett Lamp of Knowledge Award, recipients receive an engraved
trophy, which each recipient keeps as a permanent memento.
Judging Criteria
- Is the nominee a CAMRT member?
- Has the nominee’s significant contribution in the field
of education had a national impact?
- Has the nominee developed significant educational programs
and/or courses that, for example, allowed or facilitated a significant
shift in the profession?
- Does the nominee contribute regularly to professional education
by: e.g., conducting sessions; publishing articles; mentoring
or supporting students?
- Has the nominee helped to establish and/or promote high standards
in education for the profession?
- Is the nominee seen as a leader in the field of education for
the profession?
Life Membership
Online entry form
Description
Life Membership represents the highest form of recognition by one’s
peers and is designed to honour a member of the CAMRT whose professional
activities have promoted the MRT profession nationally or internationally,
whose leadership serves to motivate others to become involved in
professional activities, and who has been involved in raising the
profile of the CAMRT.
Eligibility
The Board of Directors of the association may confer
this classification of membership on Current Full Practice, or Non-Practicing
Member in the Full Practice Qualified, or Senior Member categories,
or retired member.
The significant contribution must be demonstrated over at least
25 years of CAMRT membership as identified above, and service to
the profession/association at a national and/or internationally
level.
No member holding office in the association shall be eligible for
nomination to this class of distinguished membership while in office.
Nomination and selection
Life Members may be nominated by the Provincial Member-Associations
or any five (5) members of the CAMRT. Requests for nominations are
sent to Member-Associations and members in August of each year,
with a request that the CAMRT Office receives the nominated names
no later than January 7. The Board Awards Sub-Committee will make
their recommendations at the late winter board meeting.
Only one Life Membership may be conferred yearly.
The Life Member certificate and an engraved trophy will be presented
to the individual during the Annual General Conference.
Judging Criteria
- Is the nominee a CAMRT member?
- Has the nominee promoted the profession nationally and/or internationally?
- Does the nominee’s leadership serve to motivate others
to become involved in professional activities?
- Has the nominee been involved in raising the profile of the
CAMRT?
- Has the nominee made consistent contributions to the CAMRT?
- Is the nominee recognized as a leader in the profession?
Honorary Life Membership
Online entry form
Description
Honorary Life Membership is designed to honour an individual whose
professional activities have promoted the MRT profession nationally
or internationally, whose leadership serves to motivate others to
become involved in professional activities, and who has been involved
in raising the profile of the CAMRT or the profession.
Eligibility
Persons eligible may include:
Persons who are not otherwise eligible for membership in the CAMRT
such as:
- Those who are employed by Commercial Organizations
- Those who are a member in the Commercial Representative Category,
or
- Those who are a Non-Practicing Member in the international
category.
The significant contribution must be demonstrated over at least
15 years of CAMRT membership or service to the profession/association
at a national or international level.
Nomination and selection
Honorary Life Members may be nominated by the Provincial Member-Associations
or any five (5) members of the CAMRT. Requests for nominations are
sent to Member-Associations and members in August of each year,
with a request that the CAMRT Office receives the nominated names
no later than January 7. The Board Awards Sub-Committee will make
their recommendations at the late winter board meeting.
The Honorary Life Member certificate and an engraved trophy will
be presented to the individual at the Annual General Conference.
Judging Criteria
- Has the nominee promoted the profession nationally and/or internationally?
- Does the nominee’s leadership serve to motivate others
to become involved in professional activities?
- Has the nominee been involved in raising the profile of the
CAMRT?
- Are the nominee’s contributions to the profession widely
recognized?
Award for Early Professional Achievement
Online entry form
Description
Sponsored by the CAMRT, the Award for Early Professional Achievement is designed to honour a member of the CAMRT who, in the opinion of the Board of Directors has provided, at an early stage in their career, inspiration and leadership to their colleagues by acting as a role model of professionalism and/or volunteerism.
The CAMRT would like to recognize early career achievements amongst members so as to assist in highlighting its vision for the profession and its expectation that members will contribute to the profession. It wants to encourage technologists early in their careers to become involved with their professional organizations and believes honouring them at this early stage emphasizes the CAMRT’s commitment to members at all points of their professional life.
Eligibility
- Current Full Practice member in the full practice qualified category.
- Members who are within the first ten (10) years of their careers as an MRT.
- Current board members are not eligible for recognition in this category.
Nomination and Selection
The Award for Early Professional Achievement recipients are nominated by the Provincial Member Associations or individual members, and selected by the Board of Directors. Requests for nominations will go out in August of each year, with a request that the CAMRT Office receives the nominated names no later than January 7. This award may be given each year, however, since the recipient must have made a significant contribution, the award will only be given when deemed appropriate. If given, the award will be presented at the Annual General Conference. There may be up to five awards presented annually.
As a record of having been awarded the Award for Early Professional Achievement, recipients will receive a framed certificate of recognition. They will also receive complimentary full national membership for the next membership year. This excludes the Provincial Member Association membership fees.
Judging Criteria
- Is the nominee a CAMRT member?
- Has the nominee acted as a role model of professionalism and/or volunteerism in one or more of:
- Clinical practice
- Education
- Research
- Administration
- Has the nominee provided inspiration and/or leadership that has the potential to influence the profession beyond their province?
- Has the nominee influenced others toward higher levels of achievement and/or attainment?
- Is the nominee recognized as a leader in their province?
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