December 1, 2006 – The True Sport Foundation today announced its call for nominations for the 34th annual Canadian Sport Awards (CSA). The nomination period begins today and closes on January 15, 2007 and will recognize excellence in sport in 2006. The nomination package is available at www.canadiansportawards.ca.

“The Canadian Sport Awards are the definitive recognition event for Canadian leaders in sport,” said Victor Lachance, Chairperson of the True Sport Foundation. “I strongly encourage sport organizations, media and the general public to nominate their sport heroes for this year’s Canadian Sport Awards,” said Mr. Lachance. “It is our chance to honour outstanding individuals, teams and businesses for the skills, passion and contribution they bring to Canadian sport.”

Finalists for each CSA award will be announced in February 2007. Winners will be announced at the official gala awards ceremony later in the spring of 2007. Established in 1972, the Canadian Sport Awards are the premier recognition event for sporting excellence. This annual event brings together more than 500 leaders from the sporting and corporate communities.

The 34th Annual Canadian Sport Award categories are listed below, along with those honoured for each award in 2005.

The Athletic Performance Awards recognize outstanding athletic

performance.

– Male Athlete of the Year (The Norton H. Crow Award)

2005 winner: Alexandre Despatie, Diving Canada

– Female Athlete of the Year (The Velma Springstead Award)

2005 winner: Cindy Klassen, Speed Skating

– Junior Male Athlete of the Year (The Viscount Alexander Award)

2005 winner: Denny Morrison, Speed Skating

– Junior Female Athlete of the Year (The Elaine Tanner Award)

2005 winner: Kalyna Roberge, Speed Skating

– Male Team of the Year (The Dick Ellis Trophy)

2005 winner: World Men’s Curling Champions

– Female Team of the Year (Edmonton Grads Trophy)

2005 winner: Women’s National Water Polo Team

– Partners of the Year (The Wilson and McCall Trophy)

2005 winner: Men’s 4x 200 Relay, Swimming

The Leadership Awards recognize and celebrate an individual’s outstanding

contribution to the betterment of sport.

– Athlete Leadership Award (The Bruce Kidd Award)

2005 winner: Lori Johnstone, Athletes CAN

– Volunteer Achievement Award (The Bryce Taylor Award)

2005 winner: Dr. Donald McKenzie, Chair of the ICF (Int. Canoe

Federation) Medical Committee

– Leadership in Sport Award

2005 winner: Mark Lowry, Canadian Olympic Committee (posthumous)

– Coach of the Year Award

2005 winner: Michel Larouche, Diving Canada

The Corporate Excellence Awards recognize and celebrate corporations who

provide outstanding support to Canadian sport.

– National Team Support Award

2005 winner: Haywood Securities

– Individual Athlete Support Award

2005 winner: VISA

– National Initiative Support Award

2005 winner: Honda Canada

The Bell True Sport Community Awards recognize the importance of fair and

ethical sport, inclusion, accessibility and a positive sport experience at the

community level. Bell True Sport communities are honoured for their best

practices, commitment and accomplishments in furthering their community based

sports and recreation programs. The 2005 Bell True Sport Communities were:

– Kugluktuk, NVT

– Markham, ON

– Pickering, ON

The Investors Group Spirit of Sport Story of the Year category recognizes and celebrates Canadian heroes who, in the pursuit of sporting excellence, have demonstrated values such as fairness, inclusion, perseverance, sportsmanship, respect for others, and a true love of sport. The 2005 winners were: Kristina Groves, Clara Hughes and Arne Dankers – The Right to Play

Nomination Eligibility

Any Canadian citizen can nominate an individual, team or corporation for the Canadian Sport Awards. Individuals and corporations can also self-nominate. Eligible entries are for performances or contributions from January 1, 2006 through to December 31, 2006.

Submissions must be received at the True Sport Foundation no later than 5:00 p.m. E.S.T., January 15, 2007. Late submissions will not be accepted. Completed ORIGINAL submissions should be sent to:
True Sport Foundation

CSA Selection Advisory Committee

2197 Riverside Drive, Suite 300

Ottawa, ON K1H 7X3