Awards

Hall of Fame Award

The Hall of Fame Award is presented to an individual who has demonstrated achievement in obtaining and furthering the purposes and objectives of MAAC as outlined in the Constitution and without limiting the generality of the foregoing, to the following: 

a) has fostered, enhanced, assisted in and developed scientific advancement in the sport of model aeronautics; and 

b) has demonstrated leadership in the field of model aeronautics; and/or 

c) has given guidance in the direction of affairs affecting model aeronautics on a national basis. 

The recipient must be, or have been, a MAAC member for at least ten (10) consecutive years. In exceptional circumstances the 10 years consecutive can be waived by the awards committee in their recommendation and upon approval of the board. 

The deadline for receipt of nominations is November 1st.

View Criteria – online form (Original Form (PDF))

Lifetime Achievement Award

The lifetime achievement award is presented to an individual who has demonstrated significant achievement in advancing the purposes and objectives of MAAC, as outlined in the Constitution. 

Specifically, this includes, but is not limited to:

a) Promoting, supporting, and developing scientific progress in the field of model aeronautics;

b) Demonstrating leadership within the field of model aeronautics; and/or

c) Providing guidance on matters affecting the development and direction of model aeronautics. 

Generally, a minimum of 35 years of contribution is required to qualify for the Lifetime Achievement Award. These years do not need to be continuous; however, there must be at least 10 consecutive years within the overall 35-year period. 

Nominations must be received by November 1st.

Nomination Form links to online form, (Original Form (PDF)) *member signs in and automatically fills members information making the nomination

Model Aviation Pioneers of Canada Award

This award is presented to an individual, organization, or company that demonstrated notable achievement in advancing Model Aviation in Canada prior to 1949. 

Specifically, this includes, but is not limited to:

a) Promoting, supporting, and contributing to the scientific development of the sport of model aeronautics;

b) Demonstrating leadership within the field of model aeronautics; and

c) Providing guidance on matters influencing the development and direction of model aeronautics at a national level. 

Nominations must be submitted by November 1st.

Nomination Form links to online form (Original Form (PDF))  member signs in and automatically fills members information making the nomination

Jack McGillivray Memorial MAAC Bursary

A bursary in the amount of $5,000 will be awarded to a student enrolled in a recognized Canadian educational institution included in the list of institutions eligible for applicants for student loans and/or withdrawal of funds from a Registered Educational Savings Plan (RESP), and which the student is or will be registered in an aviation or aerospace-oriented discipline. 

Selection by a panel of MAAC and full-size aviation industry individuals will be based on resumes submitted by M.A.A.C. members, providing confirmation of such enrollment, post-marked, emailed or faxed prior to November 1st. 

Winning applications will include a cover letter from the applicant, comments in written or electronic form by school officials, high school and/or college, reference letters from employers, etc., in the form of a complete resume. Included in your resume detailed information on your activities in the modeling community and/or your club; successes in your studies; involvement in local community groups/activities; other hobbies; continued interest in pursuing activity in MAAC; continued interest in pursuing your plans or hopes in the aviation industry and reference letters from MAAC members and/or clubs. 

Applicant must be a current MAAC member and have at least 2 consecutive years membership. Applicants will agree in writing to MAAC using his/her personal profile to promote the bursary. The appropriate tax forms will be issued at the end of the year in which the bursary is given. Contact the office for a submission check list form.

Nomination Form links to online form (Original Form (PDF))  member signs in and automatically fills members information making the nomination

Leader Member

Leader members shall have been an open member of the Association for a minimum of ten (10) consecutive years (confirmation will be provided by the MAAC office). In exceptional circumstances the 10 years consecutive can be waived by the awards committee in their recommendation and upon approval of the board and:

a) shall have demonstrated leadership within their zone or nationally in MAAC or other associated aviation associations (such as clubs, hobby shops, Experimental Aircraft Association, Canadian Owners & Pilots Association, civic organizations, community) to the benefit of model aviation, or in

b) scientific research and/or outstanding performance in the field of model aeronautics (such as service as a MAAC director, increasing membership, youth training, mentoring new members, charity work, committee involvement, published articles, activities that advance the image, positive impact and growth of model aviation, etc.). 

Leader Members will be recognized for their contributions to M.A.A.C. and receive a certificate of achievement signed by the President of M.A.A.C. and “L” designation on their membership card after their MAAC number.

The submission deadline is 40 days prior to your AZM date.

Nomination Form links to online form (Original Form (EXCEL))  member signs in and automatically fills members information making the nomination