Despite restrictions caused by the COVID-19 Pandemic, the Association for Manitoba Archives (AMA) held its first ever virtual Manitoba Day Awards this evening via Zoom. As last years event was canceled due to the Pandemic, the proceedings honoured both the 2020 and 2021 winners as well as the nominees.
The virtual Manitoba Day Awards Ceremony started with opening remarks from the AMA’s Chair, David Cuthbert. Brian Hubner then delivered a land acknowledgement on behalf of the AMA. Cathy Cox, Minister of Sport, Culture and Heritage also welcomed all participants and thanked the AMA via a video recording.
Using a colourful PowerPoint, the AMA celebrated the winners of the 2020 Manitoba Day Awards and then presented the 2021 nominees. The 2021 winners were then announced. If present, award recipients gave a brief speech. The full list of winners can be found here.
Special thanks to all the nominees as well as our hardworking volunteers for organizing this event!