Conference of Defence Associations' 2010 Ross Munro Media Award: Nominations

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Nominations are invited for the 2010 Ross Munro Media Award.

The Ross Munro Media Award was initiated in 2002 by the Conference of Defence Associations (CDA) in collaboration with the Canadian Defence & Foreign Affairs Institute (CDFAI). Its purpose is to recognize, annually, one Canadian journalist who has made a significant and outstanding contribution to the general public’s understanding of issues that relate to Canada’s defence and security.

The recipient of the Award will receive a replica of the Ross Munro statue, along with a cash award of $2,500.

The past recipients of this prestigious award are Stephen Thorne, Garth Pritchard, Sharon Hobson, Bruce Campion-Smith, Christie Blatchford, Matthew Fisher, Alec Castonguay and Brian Stewart.

Significance: The nominee’s work must be considered noteworthy in educating Canadians about security and defence, armed conflict, or the impact of these issues on society. The journalism may take various forms so long as it deals with Government policy or helps increase understanding of the role of Canada’s armed forces and the need to protect the security of the nation. The work will normally have been widely acclaimed as significant.

Media: The entries may be selected from the print media (newspapers, or magazines) or electronic or other media (radio, television, film photography, or internet). The award will credit work distinguished by its style and clarity. Work produced collaboratively may be considered only if the individual who contributed the most is identified, and merits individual credit and recognition for the work.

Research: The nominated work must show clear evidence of research and be noteworthy for careful objective analysis.

Nominations may be made by individuals or groups and may be submitted in either of Canada’s official languages. All nominations must provide two letters of support, and contain a clear summary of the reasons for the nomination. At least five copies of the work must either be provided, or if applicable, Internet addresses must be provided so that the selection committee can review the nominee’s work at their convenience.

Nominations must be received by 1 September 2010, and should be addressed to:

ROSS MUNRO MEDIA AWARD SELECTION COMMITTEE
CONFERENCE OF DEFENCE ASSOCIATIONS
222 SOMERSET STREET WEST, SUITE 400B
OTTAWA, ON K2P 2G3

The Ross Munro Media Award will be presented on Friday, 19 November 2010, at the Vimy Award dinner that will be held at the Canadian War Museum.

For more information, including ticket orders for the Award dinner, contact the Conference of Defence Associations at: fax (613) 236-8191, e-mail projectofficer@cda-cdai.ca, or telephone (613) 236-9903.

Last year:

Brian Stewart: Winner of the 2009 Ross Munro Media Award‏