Recognizes an administrator or group of administrators working in arts-related production, marketing, project or organizational management, development, research/curatorship, operations, facility management.

Recognizes a program, arts organization, artist, or teacher working in schools or the community which uses the arts to provide a meaningful learning experience (for any age).

Artist or group creating functional and non-functional craft-based work including: beadwork, book arts, ceramics, textile, fashion and wearable art, cosplay, furniture, glass, jewellery, metal, or wood.

Artist or group who was part of an innovative partnership to use the arts to contribute to a balanced community by highlighting or focusing on a community need or social issue.

Artist or group performing or choreographing dance of any format, including cultural dance. Nominees must be 16 years old and up.

Recognizes an Indigenous artist or group, who uses traditional and/or contemporary skills and materials to create art within any artistic discipline.

Artist or group who performs, composes, writes songs, DJs, and/or works in technical production (all genres of music).

Artist or group active in poetry, short story, written journalism, fiction, non-fiction, blogging, or publishing.

Recognizes an artist or group working in film, video, podcasting, graphic design, animation, digital art, web-based art, audio/sound art, media art installation, new media, or any fusion thereof.

Artist or group active in theatre, performance art, acting, directing, playwriting, theatre design, comedy, and/or technical production (such as stage management).

This award is intended to recognize the commitment of a youth artist (age 12-17) in any arts discipline to developing their craft. This typically includes performances and exhibitions and a demonstrated dedication to skill development (classes, workshops, competitions, etc.).

Recognizes an artist or group active in painting, sculpture, drawing, printmaking, photography, or installation art.

The Youth Leader in the Arts Award recognizes a young individual (aged 12–17) who has demonstrated exceptional leadership and initiative in the arts community. This award highlights the individual’s dedication to artistic growth, innovation, and collaboration, as well as their ability to inspire peers and contribute to the development of the arts in Wood Buffalo.

The Arts Champion Award recognizes an individual, small business, corporation, social profit, or foundation who has strengthened arts and culture in Wood Buffalo through their support and commitment to the sector. Support can be defined as advocacy, hiring local artists, offering skills and expertise, and providing brave spaces for the arts.

Recognizes the long-standing significant achievement of an artist over the course of an entire career. This typically includes artistic practice and achievement, recognition by peers, and the artist’s contribution to the local and broader artistic community.