Call for Nominations: Canadian Integrity Award 2024

As part of Transparency International Canada’s mission to promote transparency and combat corruption, we are pleased to announce the call for nominations for the 2024 Canadian Integrity Award (CIA). This award will be presented to an individual or organization that has demonstrated an exemplary commitment to promoting transparency, accountability, and integrity in Canada.

Event Details The award will be presented at the Toronto Day of Dialogue on Thursday, November 28, 2024. This special event will bring together leaders and stakeholders to discuss key anti-corruption issues in Canada, particularly in the public, private, and non-profit sectors.

Award Criteria We welcome nominations of individuals or organizations who have actively advanced transparency and accountability within Canada. Eligible candidates may have made contributions through research, reporting, advocacy, policy changes, legislative work, or upholding the rule of law. Nominees should demonstrate a measurable and impactful contribution to addressing current anti-corruption challenges in Canada, such as promoting transparency in governance, combating fraud, or reinforcing ethical leadership in key sectors. TI Canada defines corruption as the abuse of public or private power for personal gain, and award nominees should have been instrumental in establishing or strengthening mechanisms that combat, expose, or prevent corruption. Nominees must meet the following criteria: • Canadian residents or organizations whose actions have had a significant impact in Canada. • Contributions must have been made in the last five years, or span a lifetime body of work. • Nominees cannot be current TI Canada employees, Board Members, or contractors.

Award Selection The award will be selected by the Executive Director, advised by a select committee of TI Canada members. While the evaluation process will involve both objective and subjective criteria, nominees will not be selected based on a score alone, but through a comprehensive review of their impact and alignment with the core values of TI Canada.

Presentation of the Award The winner will be announced in early November, and arrangements will be made for an in-person or virtual award presentation at the Day of Dialogue in Toronto.

Nominee Evaluation Criteria

Eligibility Criteria • Impact in Canada: Has the nominee’s work, whether over their lifetime or in the last five years, made a significant impact on transparency and accountability in Canada? • Timeframe: If the nominee's work spans their lifetime, has a significant portion of that impact occurred within the last five years? • No Conflict of Interest: Ensure the nominee is not a current TI Canada employee, Board Member, or contractor.
Contribution to Transparency and Accountability • Key Initiatives: Has the nominee (individual or organization) led important initiatives that promote transparency and fight corruption? • Types of Actions: Evaluate contributions such as research, reporting, advocacy, policy reform, or legislative change. • Results: Has the nominee’s work resulted in concrete and measurable changes in laws, policies, or practices that promote transparency and accountability? For example, these outcomes might include legislative reforms, significant policy shifts, or improved governance practices in a sector.
Evidence of Impact • Proven Influence: Is there clear evidence (reports, media coverage, etc.) of the nominee’s work and its impact? • Scope of Impact: Did the nominee’s work influence a sector, organization, community, or region in Canada? • Long-Term Change: Has the nominee’s contribution resulted in sustained improvements in transparency or accountability over time? Concrete evidence, such as legislative achievements, policy reforms, or significant organizational change, is particularly valuable in supporting the nomination.
Alignment with TI Canada’s Values • Integrity and Ethics: Has the nominee consistently demonstrated integrity and ethical leadership in their work? • Transparency: Is the nominee known for promoting openness in governance or other sectors? • Accountability: Has the nominee held individuals, organizations, or governments accountable for their actions?
Leadership and Advocacy • Leadership: Has the nominee (individual or organization) taken a leading role in driving transparency and anti-corruption efforts? • Advocacy: Has the nominee effectively advocated for change and influenced public or policy discussions on corruption?
Public Perception and Integrity • Public Recognition: Is the nominee (individual or organization) respected by peers, institutions, or the public for their contributions? • Reputation for Integrity: Are there no past issues that might conflict with TI Canada’s mission or values? This criterion will consider public and peer recognition of the nominee’s work, ensuring their reputation aligns with TI Canada’s standards. Submission Instructions for Canadian Integrity Award 2024 Nominations Please follow these simple guidelines when submitting your nomination: • Format: Submissions should be no more than 3 pages in total and submitted in PDF format. • Content: There is no required structure for the nomination, but please ensure that the submission clearly answers the criteria. Nominators are encouraged to include robust evidence of the nominee’s contributions, such as links to reports, news articles, or testimonials, to support the impact of their work. • Supporting Evidence: Hyperlinks to relevant news articles, reports, or additional evidence are encouraged within the PDF. • Submission Deadline: Sunday, October 20, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. EST.

For further inquiries or to submit your nomination, please contact us at ti-can@transparencycanada.ca. For more information, please visit: https://transparencycanada.ca/canadian-integrity-award

Final Reminder: Do not miss the opportunity to honor an individual or organization leading the way in anti-corruption and integrity! Submit your nomination by October 20, 2024, and join us in celebrating those who have made a significant impact on transparency and accountability in Canada.