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Saskatchewan Waste Minimization AwardsThese Awards are intended to promote and encourage all sectors of the province to undertake waste reduction activities. We hope not only to provide well deserved recognition, but also to highlight success stories for others to consider adopting. CategoriesIndividual Adult — Open to individuals 18 and over who lived in Saskatchewan for at least nine months in 2009. This award recognizes an individual whose initiative and determination have had a measurable impact in reducing waste and promoting the conserver ethic in the community, workplace or in government. Youth/School — Open to individuals under age 18 who have lived in Saskatchewan for at least nine months in 2009, or their schools. This award recognizes individuals or groups who have demonstrated exemplary commitment and leadership by involving peers, schools, neighbours, or communities in waste reduction and conservation efforts. Corporate Leadership — Open to all corporate entities (not municipalities or charitable organizations), including crown corporations, who conducted business in Saskatchewan in 2009. This award will be judged on the basis of percentage of waste diverted in 2009, the environmental benefits of this diversion, and the sustainability of the program. Special consideration will be given to organizations that have developed employee environmental awareness programs to promote the 3Rs off the job as well as at work, or have actively shared their 3Rs initiatives with other organizations. Non-profit Organization — Open to all non-profit or grass-roots groups operating in Saskatchewan who have 3Rs initiatives. This award will be judged on the basis of percentage of waste diverted in 2009, the environmental benefits of this diversion, and program stability. Special consideration will be given to organizations whose initiatives have a high degree of community involvement, make a significant impact on government policy-making and will have a lasting effect. Municipality — Open to all Saskatchewan municipalities. This award will be judged on the basis of percentage of waste diverted in 2009, the environmental benefits of this diversion, and program stability. Special consideration will be given to established programs which demonstrate measurable waste reduction or diversion and innovative public education programs. Partnerships — Open to partnerships involving two or more parties from among eligible Saskatchewan municipal, corporate and/or non-profit organizations. This award recognizes projects or programs which demonstrate the benefits of co-operation. Special consideration will be given to initiatives in which the partners have created sustainable ways to obtain mutual benefits through waste reduction, reuse or recycling. JudgingJudging will be done by the SWRC Awards Committee. Judging will follow the hierarchy of the 3Rs: first priority will be given to waste reduction at source, including composting; then to reuse; and finally to recycling. There may not be an award presented in every category every year. NominationsCall for 2009 NominationsPrint the nominations form and send the completed form to the Saskatchewan Waste Reduction Council (see address below). Nominators must include a two-page summary highlighting the amount of waste diverted, impact on the environment and economy, leadership and innovation. Nominators are free to enclose additional materials (newspaper clippings, letters of support, magazine articles, photographs, etc.)
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