The award honours Saskatchewan individuals whose accomplishments have had a major impact on the arts provincially, nationally and internationally.

The English-language award honours one book with an "authentic Welsh background" whose original language is English.

The award honor's Anita Borg's vision of a network of women that support each other.

The award honors, and furthers, the cause of peace in Central America.

The award honours the memory of feature writer Hugh Schmitt.

The award honours a star that has made an impact with their acting and represents new talent.

The award honours those who have introduced Canadian characters and events of the past to the national and international public.

This prestigious award honours those outstanding global citizens who have made a significant contribution to humanity's material and cultural progress.

The award honours a star that has made an impact with their acting in a film.

The award honours the best American Fiction for 2011.