Lifesaving Sport Awards

The Sports Awards recognize the excellence, commitment, achievements and contributions of individuals and clubs that stand out through their involvement in the development and promotion of lifesaving sport.

Male Athlete of the Year
The nominee must have:
  Achieved outstanding results at provincial, national or international competitions;
  Contributed to the development and promotion of lifesaving sport;
  Participated in the Quebec and Canadian Championships, in both pool and beach events.

Female Athlete of the Year
The nominee must have:
  Achieved outstanding results at provincial, national or international competitions;
  Contributed to the development and promotion of lifesaving sport;
  Participated in the Quebec and Canadian Championships, in both pool and beach events.

Junior Athlete of the Year
The nominee must have:
  Achieved outstanding results at regional or provincial competitions;
  Contributed to the development and promotion of lifesaving sport.

Rookie of the Year
The nominee must have:
  Completed their first season of lifesaving sport competition;
  Demonstrated significant progress and commitment throughout the season;
  Contributed to the development and promotion of lifesaving sport.

Performance of the Year
The submitted performance must:
  Have stood out as an exceptional achievement at a provincial, national or international competition;
  Have contributed to the promotion of lifesaving sport.

Coach of the Year
The nominee must have:
  Contributed to the results and development of athletes or their club at provincial, national or international competitions;
  Demonstrated respect and professionalism toward officials, athletes, organizing teams and Lifesaving Society staff;
  Contributed to recruitment and the promotion of lifesaving sport within their community.

Club of the Year
The nominated club must have:
  Participated in relevant provincial and national competitions, in pool and/or beach events;
  Achieved significant results at provincial, national or international competitions;
  Actively contributed to the recruitment, development and promotion of lifesaving sport within its community.

Official of the Year
The nominee must have:
  Demonstrated professionalism, integrity and fairness throughout the season;
  Actively participated in regional and provincial competitions, in pool and/or beach events;
  Contributed to the smooth operation and quality of lifesaving sport competitions.

Sportsmanship Award
The nominee must have:
  Demonstrated leadership and positive involvement within the lifesaving sport community;
  Maintained a positive, respectful and inclusive attitude during competitions;
  Contributed to the development and promotion of lifesaving sport;
  Exemplified the values of sportsmanship.

General Criteria
All nominees must have complied with the Lifesaving Society’s Code of Conduct, demonstrated good sportsmanship and represented lifesaving sport positively in Quebec and Canada throughout the season.