Nominations open for Alberta Immigrant Impact Awards

By Rob Vogt

Nominations are now being accepted for Albertans to nominate a newcomer who has made significant contribution to their community or workplace.
On April 15, Alberta Immigration and Multiculturalism announced that Alberta is home to people from around the world, many of whom have made significant contributions to the province in numerous ways such as volunteering, artistic endeavours, innovation and excellence in their profession or field.
The Alberta Immigrant Impact Awards were created to celebrate the contributions and achievements of foreign-born Albertans, regardless of how long they have been here.
Albertans can recognize the accomplishments of immigrant youth, women, entrepreneurs, academics, artists, athletes, and professionals and community builders by nominating someone for an Alberta Immigrant Impact Award.
“Immigrants play a vital role in Alberta’s growth and success. They support essential industries, drive innovation and contribute to their communities in countless ways – whether through business, science and technology, professional contributions, academia, arts, sports or volunteer efforts. Their diverse backgrounds and experiences make Alberta a richer, more dynamic place to live. It’s important to celebrate their contributions and the positive impact they have on our province,” said Muhammad Yaseen, minister of immigration and multiculturalism.
Nominations are evaluated on criteria such as the nominee’s overall contribution, how their actions fulfilled a need and affected others, and how they demonstrated leadership and originality when problem-solving.
The awards include eight categories: arts and sports; career and academic contribution; entrepreneurial spirit; immigrant excellence; inclusive workplace; small community enhancement; immigrant women’s impact; and young leader.
More than one recipient may be awarded in each category.
To be eligible, nominees must:
• Be an individual, not a group or organization;
• Have not received a similar Government of Alberta award;
• Have been born outside Canada, but can have lived in Canada for many years;
• Be a permanent resident or Canadian citizen;
• Have no criminal conviction for which a pardon has not been received;
• Not be an elected official;
• Reside in Alberta at the time of nomination;
• Have contributed to the economic or social fabric of Alberta.
Nominations must be submitted through an online portal.
Nominations are open from April 15 until noon on June 18, and an event will be held in the fall of 2025 to recognize the recipients of the Alberta Immigrant Impact Awards.
For more information please visit Alberta.ca/ImmigrantImpactAwards for details and to nominate someone.