Trillium Award
Presented in recognition of a significant contribution to the advancement of the Association and the Medical Laboratory Profession in Ontario.
The criteria for the Trillium Award includes:
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High profile within the medical laboratory professional community, at any level.
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Sets a high professional standard as a role model.
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Must be a member of the MLPAO.
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Both the quality and quantity of contribution to the profession will be considered.
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Not necessarily awarded each year.
The award includes a certificate, an award presented at the AGM, and an honorary membership with the MLPAO.
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Deadline for nomination application submission: April 30th
AWARDS
Jim Braidwood Outstanding Professional Award
The Jim Braidwood Outstanding Professional Award is given to the MLT or MLA/T who is highly regarded by professional colleagues for improving work life and professional practice through his/her passion for shared learning and development.
The Jim Braidwood Outstanding Professional Award recipient:
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Promotes and supports the sharing of new ideas and learning among colleagues.
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Collaborates to solve problems and improve workplace practices and morale.
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Is highly regarded and respected by their colleagues for attitudes and behaviours that support an evolving and optimistic work environment.
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Pursues avenues to engage, inform and educate peers for the benefit of individuals, the organization, and the profession.
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Must be a member of the MLPAO.
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A framed certificate of recognition will be presented to the Jim Braidwood Outstanding Professional Award recipient at their place of work, if possible.
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Deadline for nomination application submission: April 30th
MLT Student Achievement Award
Annually (Fall), an email will be sent to all programs for nominations.
The award is given to the graduating full-time clinical year student who has achieved distinguished academic status and who possesses the following attributes:
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Outstanding performance both in theoretical and practical work.
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Endeavours to reach a deeper level of knowledge and understanding than required.
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Demonstrates ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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Demonstrates reliability through attendance and punctuality.
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Has earned the respect of their peers through cooperation and assistance.
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Demonstrates maturity through a positive attitude.
Value: $100.00 cash award
One year membership
Student Achievement Certificate
Nomination letter of recommendation outlining above attributes, student's transcripts and a brief description of the institution's grading system must be submitted.
Nominations can be emailed to mlpao@mlpao.org
MLA/T Student Achievement Award
Annually (Fall), an email will be sent to all programs for nominations.
The award is given to the graduating full-time student who has achieved distinguished academic status and who possesses the following attributes:
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Outstanding performance both in theoretical and practical work.
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Endeavours to reach a deeper level of knowledge and understanding than required.
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Demonstrates ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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Demonstrates reliability through attendance and punctuality.
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Has earned the respect of their peers through cooperation and assistance.
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Demonstrates maturity through a positive attitude.
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Candidates must successfully pass the MLPAO MLA/T exam in order to be eligible.
Value: $100.00 cash award
One year membership
Student Achievement Certificate
Nomination letter of recommendation outlining above attributes, student's transcripts and a brief description of the institution's grading system must be submitted.
Nominations can be emailed to mlpao@mlpao.org
Richard Lafferty "Excellence in Writing" Award
Presented by the MLPAO to a person that has made an outstanding contribution to the MLPAO Advocate.