Nomination Process
CAF Hall of Fame
The CAF Sports Hall of Fame is the highest honour in the Sports Awards Program. The CAF Sports Hall of Fame recognizes inductees for bringing fame to themselves and honour to the CAF through their contributions to sport. They may be nominated as elite competitors, coaches, officials, trainers or administrators in a military or civilian sports program, or combination thereof.
Serving and former members of the CAF may be nominated when they have concluded their military sporting career. Achievements that do not occur during their military career will not be taken into consideration.
Nominations must be done using the proper nomination form (see below). It is crucial that dates and achievements are accurate and thorough.
Two different types of photos are required:
- one color 8 x 10 inches professional portrait photo in CAF uniform (.jpg version - 300 dpi or professional hard copy);
- 2 to 3 action shots (not a posed photo in athletic clothing) of the individual competing (.jpg version - 300 dpi or professional hard copy).
Nominations for this award are due 16 June, 2025. Nominations must be submitted via online nomination form.
CAF Honour Roll
The CAF Sports Honour Roll follows the Hall of Fame as the second-highest honour in the CAF Sports Awards Program. The CAF Honour Roll recognizes athletes, coaches, officials and administrators who have distinguished themselves through high-calibre athletic performance or longstanding contribution to sports.
Serving and former members of the CAF may be nominated for induction to the CAF Sports Honour Roll.
Nominations must be done using the proper nomination form (see below). It is crucial that dates and achievements are accurate and thorough.
Two different types of photos are required:
- one color 8 x 10 inches professional portrait photo in CAF uniform (.jpg version - 300 dpi or professional hard copy);
- 2 to 3 action shots (not a posed photo in athletic clothing) of the individual competing (.jpg version - 300 dpi or professional hard copy).
Nominations for this award are due 16 June, 2025. Nominations must be submitted via online nomination form.
Dedication to CAF Sports Award- Civilian and Military
The Dedication to CAF Sports Award recognizes the longstanding contributions of an individual or group to the CAF Sports Program. This award recognizes individuals or groups who have gone above and beyond to provide time, effort and support to the promotion and development of CAF Sports.
Nominees for the Dedication to CAF Sports Award may include persons who have served or are serving in the CAF, persons who have been employed or are currently employed as NPF staff, civilians or corporate sponsors.
Nominations must be done using the proper nomination form (see below). It is crucial that dates and achievements are accurate and thorough.
Two different types of photos are required:
- one color 8 x 10 inches professional portrait photo in CAF uniform or suit (.jpg version - 300 dpi or professional hard copy);
- 2 to 3 action shots (not a posed photo in athletic clothing) of the individual (.jpg version - 300 dpi or professional hard copy)
Nominations for this award are due 16 June, 2025. Nominations must be submitted via online nomination form.
CAF Trainer of the Year Award
This award recognizes an athletic trainer who has demonstrated exceptional dedication, professionalism, and commitment in supporting health, safety, and performance of CAF athletes. The recipient has distinguished themselves through their dependable presence, proactive approach to injury prevention, and ability to instill confidence and trust among athletes, coaches, and event organizers. Through their skill, reliability, and team-first mindset, they contribute significantly to the success of CAF sports and exemplify the values of the Canadian Armed Forces Athletic Trainers Program.
Nominations must be done using the proper nomination form (see below).
Two different types of photos are required:
- one color 8 x 10 inches professional portrait photo in CAF uniform or suit (.jpg version - 300 dpi or professional hard copy);
- 2 to 3 action shots (not a posed photo in athletic clothing) of the individual (.jpg version - 300 dpi or professional hard copy)
Nominations for this award are due 16 June, 2025. Nominations must be submitted via online nomination form.
CAF Official of the Year Award
This award recognizes an official in the CAF who has demonstrated exceptional professionalism, integrity, and dedication to their role in sport. The recipient consistently upholds the highest standards of fairness, respect, and consistency in officiating, while fostering a positive environment for athletes, coaches, and fellow officials. Through their commitment to continuous learning, leadership, and contribution to the sport community, this official sets the standard for excellence both on and off the field of play.
Nominations must be done using the proper nomination form (see below).
Two different types of photos are required:
- one color 8 x 10 inches professional portrait photo in CAF uniform or suit (.jpg version - 300 dpi or professional hard copy);
- 2 to 3 action shots (not a posed photo in athletic clothing) of the individual (.jpg version - 300 dpi or professional hard copy)
Nominations for this award are due 16 June, 2025. Nominations must be submitted via online nomination form.
CAF Team of the Year Award
The CAF Team of the Year recognizes a team that has demonstrated exceptional athletic performance, teamwork, sportsmanship, and dedication throughout the year. The recipient team will have consistently exhibited excellence in competition, a commitment to training and development and a positive impact on their community and the CAF. Success is not measured by victories alone, but by the team’s ability to inspire, support one another, and embody the values of respect, perseverance, and integrity both on and off the field.
Two different types of photos are required:
- one color posed photo of entire team (.jpg version - 300 dpi or professional hard copy);
- 2 to 3 action shots (not a posed photo in athletic clothing) of the individual (.jpg version - 300 dpi or professional hard copy)
Nominations for this award are due 16 June, 2025. Nominations must be submitted via online nomination form.
Unconquered Award
Nominations for the Unconquered Award will be considered for serving or retired CAF members who have confronted a life-altering illness or injury and demonstrated resilience through their participation or commitment to sport, recreation, or creative endeavours.
The Unconquered Award is not based on athletic performance or achievement but rather serves to celebrate the perseverance and determination of the member in their path towards recovery and rehabilitation. The Unconquered Award aims to honour a Soldier On member who has served as a role model and who has given hope and inspiration to others in similar situations
Unconquered Award nominations will be accepted by a web portal and will be community based. These do not go through the Command Sports Representatives for their selection process. The active nomination window will occur on 14 May, 2025 and will be widely publicized across Soldier On networks.
CAF Sports Achievement Awards
The CAF Sports Achievement Awards are annual awards designed to recognize outstanding athletes, coaches, officials and teams who have excelled in sport during the previous calendar year. Nominees may be recognized for participating in CAF or CISM competition, and/or in provincial, national or international civilian competition. CAF Sports Achievement Awards nominations will be accepted in the following categories:
i. Male athlete;
ii. Female athlete;
Nominations must be done using the proper nomination form (see below). All submissions must be completed with category, specific date, location, event, placement and number of competitors information. Each nomination form shall be submitted with:
- one color 8 x 10 inch professional portrait photo (head and shoulders, without head dress) in CAF uniform (Dress No. 3) in .jpg version - 300 dpi or professional hard copy;
- one action shot (not a posed photo in athletic clothing) of the individual or team competing (.jpg version - 300 dpi or professional hard copy)
CAF Sports Achievement Awards nominations will be considered for 2024 sports achievements only.
Nominations for CAF Sports Achievement Awards must be forwarded to all Command Sports Representatives emails for selection. Each command will hold a selection board to determine one Command winner in each of the two categories. Please note all nominations must be forwarded prior to 16 June 2025 to respective Command Sports Representatives.
If there is any question as to which Command a member falls under, please do not hesitate to contact the Command Sports Representative for the Command that you think the member falls under.
Annex A - Nomination Form - Sport Achievement Award
The 5 Commands are:
Command/Commandement | Representative/Représentant |
Royal Canadian Navy /Marine royale canadienne | Cory Baldwin:cory.baldwin@forces.gc.ca and; |
Canadian Army / Armée canadienne | Major Damato : stephane.damato@forces.gc.ca |
Royal Canadian Air Force / Aviation royale canadienne | Sgt.St-Denis: guy.st-denis@forces.gc.ca |
Military Personnel Command / Commandement du personnel militaire | MWO Postma |
Vice Chief of the Defence Staff / Vice-chef d’état-major de la défense | Eric Bouffard
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