Nominations for 2025 are now closed. Thank you for your submissions. The recipient will be announced at the 2026 Annual General Meeting.

The Lifetime Membership Award recognises the outstanding contributions of a member, staff, or volunteer to the Great Lakes Museum. This prestigious recognition becomes part of the Museum’s permanent record, with final selection determined by our Board of Directors.

Barbara Carson (second from left) was the first recipient of the Award in 2025 for her dedication to preserving Great Lakes maritime heritage. A founding member of the Museum in 1975, she and a team of volunteers secured the current site to house artifacts from sunken vessels.

How to Submit a Nomination

Nomination forms are available online. The nomination criteria are included on the form.

Eligible nominators include Board Directors, Board Sub-committee Members, Museum Members, Museum Volunteers, and current Museum staff.

A successful candidate and their nominator will be informed of the Board’s decision.

Nomination Criteria

To nominate, you should be a Board Director, Board Sub-committee Member, Museum Member, Museum Volunteer, or a current Museum staff member.

Nominees should be individuals who have:

• A significant period of service contributing to the success of the organization
• Made a substantial financial and/or in-kind contribution
• Lead short and/or long-term efforts to properly position the Museum to meet and overcome challenges and changing business environments
• Gone above and beyond to support the development of the Museum
• Driven change
• Fostered the growth and development of the organization
• Demonstrated selflessness and resilience
• Crusaded for the achievement of the Museum’s Mission
• Represented the Museum with distinction

For any questions, please contact our Communications Coordinator at communications@marmusum.ca.