HALL OF FAME
OUR VISION
A Lanark County Agricultural Hall of Fame that acknowledges, records, and preserves the contributions made by leaders to the growth and development of agriculture and agri-food industry and to the development and sustainability of rural life in Lanark County and beyond.
Agriculture has been important to the land we call Lanark County for hundreds of years. And the people who live and support agriculture have made significant contributions to their families, their communities, and their industry.
The men and women and organizations named to the Hall of Fame exemplify agricultural leadership and accomplishment.
Each year, following the Lanark Federation of Agriculture Annual General Meeting, nominations are invited from the agricultural community and its associated organizations. These nominations are considered by a selection committee and awardees are decided before the next year’s Annual General Meeting.
Read on to see who can qualify, the criteria for consideration and the application forms.
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WHO IS ELIGIBLE?
Individuals or groups who have demonstrated through their leadership, innovation, and development of the agriculture and agri-food industry and to the development, growth, and sustainability of rural life in Lanark County and beyond. The men and women named to the Hall of Fame exemplify agricultural leadership and accomplishment. Contributions within these areas will have been demonstrated at the provincial, national, or international level and benefited the agricultural industry in an outstanding and significant manner.
WHO CAN NOMINATE AN INDIVIDUAL OR GROUP?
Any agricultural or commodity organization is eligible to submit a nomination for an individual or a group of people. Individuals or groups within the agricultural community are also eligible to submit nominations. Neither self-nominations nor nominations made by family members are permitted. The board of the Lanark County Agricultural Hall of Fame reserves the right to nominate an individual or group they deem to be an eligible candidate.
WHO SITS ON THE SELECTION PANEL?
Members of the Lanark County Agricultural Hall of Fame Selection Panel are chosen by the Steering Committee to represent the organizations participating in the Hall of Fame initiative.
HALL OF FAME
HOW MANY PEOPLE ARE INDUCTED EACH YEAR?
The board of directors may select up to four individuals or groups of individuals to induct annually.
Spirit of Agriculture Award
Spirit of Agriculture recognizes individuals, voluntary groups or organizations that have made an outstanding contribution to the agriculture and food industry at the local, provincial and national level. They have helped to build community through event planning, fundraising or agricultural awareness that sustains and improves life in the agricultural community.
Family Farm/Business Award
Family Farm/Business Award can acknowledge an intergenerational family farm operation/business with a history of progressive achievements and community service.
NOMINATION CATEGORIES
Below are the categories to consider, when preparing your written documents. Category Descriptions are included below.
Innovation/Technology Award
Innovation/ Technology Award can recognize an individual, farm operation or agribusiness that expands or develops new markets for a product through agri-tourism or a service, production, or target marketing. The recipient of the Technology award is an individual, business, farm operation or organization showing initiative and leadership in developing and applying the advances of science and technology in the industry.
Youth in Agriculture Award
As a reward for leadership, community involvement and a passion for agriculture, this award recognizes Lanark County youth to age 21 (as of Dec. 31, 2022). This award also includes a bursary.
CRITERIA AND RUBRIC
Submissions will be judged against the following criteria;
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Innovation/Technology (20%)
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Contribution/ Service to Community (20%)
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Duration of Impact (20%)
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Impact beyond the Region (20%)
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Other (20%)(optional) To accommodate aspects that may have been missed above.
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Nominations should include a description of achievements, leadership role, and contributions to the agricultural industry.
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Candidates should have made significant contributions on a province-wide basis, not just locally.
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Candidates are selected for Induction on the basis of demonstrated achievements, results, benefits, and innovations accrued to agriculture and rural communities on a provincial or broader basis as a result of the candidate’s volunteer and paid activities.
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Candidates must have demonstrated a clear vision for the future of agriculture in Ontario.
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Nominators must document this vision and identify the obstacles that were overcome to achieve this vision.
HOW TO SUBMIT A NOMINATION
1. Print off and complete (in full) the Nomination Form – it can be found at the key below Alternatively, we can email you an electronic copy that can be filled in online. Simply email us with this request (info@lanarkaghalloffame.com) This form must be included as page 1 of your nomination package. All information is kept confidential.
2. Submit a full biography: This should include: full name, date and place of birth, education, family, career, personal characteristics, awards/honors and the significant/outstanding accomplishments of the nominee or group of individuals. Please read and keep in mind the Nomination Criteria on the previous page as this is important information that is considered in the evaluation process.
3. Nominations must be substantiated with accompanying letters of endorsement (max. five). These letters should come from individuals and organizations with which the individual or group was involved and should include knowledge of specific/outstanding accomplishments of the individual or group.
4. All material must be submitted in a typewritten, comprehensive, yet concise and organized fashion. If possible, all information must be submitted together as one comprehensive package. Please collect all letters of reference and include it with all other pieces of the package.
5. One current black & white and one colour photograph must be submitted with the package (print or digital acceptable). A head and shoulders shot with a plain (solid colour) background is preferred. Any digital photographs should be a minimum of 300 dpi and at least 5”x7”. The print copy of the photograph may be returned upon request. In the event that the nominee is deceased, please submit an appropriate photograph that shows just them in the photo.
Please note: With the exception of a group nomination, when more than one person is included in a nomination (i.e. married couple, business partners, siblings etc.), all persons should be treated as individuals and documentation submitted should support the induction of all those included in the nomination.
SUBMISSION DEADLINE: The deadline for entries is June 30
The package can be mailed or emailed to: Lanark Federation of Agriculture
Secretary info@lanarkaghalloffame.com
Deadline for entries is June 30. The nomination form, accompanied by all letters of for the nomination to be considered in that year. Note: This is a FIRM deadline. Extensions are not provided. If packages are received after the deadline, they will be kept on file for the next year’s nomination process.
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When are the successful Inductees announced?The board of directors announces the year’s inductees at the Annual General Meeting. That meeting is held in October. The media is notified and announcement is also placed on our web site. Each person inducted into the Hall of Fame will be honoured in the gallery of the Beckwith Township Municipal Offices. A formal ceremony takes place in October of each year. Details (date, location etc.) are provided once the inductees are announced.
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Where is the Hall of Fame Gallery Located?Each person inducted into the Hall of Fame will be honoured in the Beckwith Township Municipal Offices.
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What if my nominee is not chosen?Unsuccessful official nominators will be notified in the event their nominee is not chosen.
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When does the Awards Ceremony take place?A formal ceremony takes place as part of the October AGM. Details (date, location etc.) are provided once the awardees are announced.
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Where do I submit my completed Nomination Package?The package can be mailed or emailed to: Lanark Federation of Agriculture Secretary
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When is the deadline for the completed Nomination Packages to be received?Deadline for entries is June 30th. The nomination form, accompanied by all letters of endorsement and pertinent information must be postmarked by June 30th for the nomination to be considered in that year. Note: This is a FIRM deadline. Extensions are not provided. If packages are received after the deadline, they will be kept on file for the next year’s nomination process.
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Are there any costs associated with the nomination process?In the event the person(s) you have nominated is/are successfully accepted into the Hall of Fame, it is the nominator’s responsibility to cover the cost of the plaque that is produced for the gallery. In the past these plaques have been approximately $400. You will be notified and invoiced in advance of the Induction Ceremony.