Monthly Award

Indigenous Athlete of the Month Award

The MASRC wants to recognize Indigenous athletes and their outstanding achievements in sport throughout the Province on a monthly basis. This recognition will be highlighted monthly on all our social media platforms.

Athlete of the Month Online Nomination Form

Nomination Criteria

  • The Athlete of the Month Award is open to Indigenous (First Nation, Inuit, or Métis) athletes who perform solo or as part of a team.
  • A "team" is defined as a number of persons associated together in an activity. This includes all-star teams and contingents competing in individual disciplines in which there is a recognized team award.
  • To be eligible, athletes must:
    • Participate in a sport which is a recognized by an affiliate of MASRC.
    • Be amateur in status as defined by their provincial sport organizations.
    • Make their primary residence in Manitoba. Athletes who live temporarily in other locations for educational or training purposes and are products of our organization are also eligible as are athletes who are originally from other provinces provided their primary residence is declared as being from Manitoba.
  • Nominations are made by coaches, teachers, community members and affiliate members of MASRC.
  • Nominator is only allowed to nominate one athlete per month.
  • An athlete may only win this award once per calendar year.
  • The nomination deadline is the 15 th of every month (January winner will be announced in February, February's winner in March and so on.)
  • The Awards and Recognition Committee will review all nominations and determine the award recipient. The decisions of the Awards and Recognition Committee are final.

 

Indigenous Community Champion of the Month Award

The MASRC wants to recognize Indigenous community members throughout the province. This recognition will be highlighted monthly on all our social media portals. It will go to an individual who has excelled in their respective sport over the past month.

Community Champion of the Month Online Nomination Form

Nomination Criteria

  • The Community Champion of the Month Award is open to Indigenous (First Nation, Inuit, or Métis) peoples who recognizably go above and beyond for their those who are in their community.
  • A "community" is a feeling of fellowship with others, as a result of sharing common attitudes, interests, and goals. A community champion could be someone who helps out at community events, offers rides, volunteers, and the list goes on.
  • To be eligible, must:
    • Make their primary residence in Manitoba.
  • Nominations are made by coaches, teachers, community members and affiliate members of MASRC.
  • Nominator is only allowed to nominate one person per month.
  • A community member may only win this award once per calendar year.
  • The nomination deadline is the 28th of every month (January winner will be announced in February, February's winner in March and so on.)
  • The Awards and Recognition Committee will review all nominations and determine the award recipient. The decisions of the Awards and Recognition Committee are final.

 

Our August Athlete of the Month is...

Muriel Hart!

Our March MASRC Indigenous Athlete of the Month is Muriel Hart!

Muriel Hart, hailing from the Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation, has achieved something truly remarkable through years of unwavering dedication and relentless hard work. Her journey to Strongwoman Nationals is a source of immense pride and inspiration for all of us!

At the beginning of August, Muriel exhibited her extraordinary strength and unwavering determination at the prestigious 6th Annual Manitoba Strongman Classic 2023, where she represented her community with unmatched passion. Her role as a trailblazer as one of the few First Nations athletes in Strongman Manitoba is commendable. She not only competes but also strives to motivate and empower more Indigenous women to embrace this challenging sport and shine brightly on the national stage.

Muriel's journey serves as a powerful testament to the value of perseverance and a reminder that it is never too late to chase our dreams, shatter barriers, and conquer the weighty challenges life presents. Her story is particularly inspiring for older women who may be contemplating new adventures in life.

Let us all come together to celebrate Muriel's exceptional achievement and extend our warmest wishes as she continues to excel on her remarkable journey in the world of Strongman and Strongwoman sports.

Congratulations on your hard work Muriel!

Our August Community Champion of the Month is...

Tamara Beardy!

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Tamara Beardy's inspiring journey to raise awareness and support for diabetes is truly commendable. Her dedication to running over 900 kilometers from her home community in northern Manitoba to Winnipeg not only demonstrates her commitment to addressing diabetes- related issues but also highlights the challenges faced by First Nations communities in accessing adequate healthcare resources.

Tamara's personal experience with her daughter's Type 1 diabetes diagnosis served as a catalyst for her career in diabetes research and her advocacy efforts. Her decision to become a nursing assistant and work with the University of Manitoba in diabetes research reflects her determination to make a positive impact on the lives of those affected by diabetes, particularly in Indigenous communities.

The statistics provided by Diabetes Canada regarding the high prevalence of diabetes among First Nations people, both on-reserve and off-reserve, underscore the urgent need for increased awareness and improved access to healthcare services in these communities. Manitoba's status as having the highest rate of diabetes in the country further emphasizes the significance of Tamara's fundraising and awareness-raising efforts.

Tamara's run, which spanned from August 13, 2023, to September 2, 2023, not only raised crucial funds but also shed light on the challenges faced by individuals and communities dealing with diabetes in remote areas. Her journey serves as an inspiring example of how individuals can make a difference by taking proactive steps to address health disparities and raise awareness about important health issues.

Congratulations on completing your run Tamara!

2023

Month Name Band/Region Community
January

Robyn Boulanger

 Berens River First Nation Winnipeg
February Mason Foreman Red River Metis East Selkirk
March Jade Pelland Red River Metis Winnipeg
April Logan Barnabe Red River Metis Winnipeg
May N/A
June N/A
July N/A
August Muriel Hart Nisichiwayasihk Cree Nation Winnipeg
September
October
November
December

 

2022

Month Name Band/Region Community
December N/A N/A N/A
November Kingston Thomas Barren Lands First Nation Brochet/Brandon
October Caridee Pelletier Peguis First Nation Winnipeg
September Trina Ross Cross Lake First Nation Pimicikamak
August Breas Ross Cross Lake First Nation Pimicikamak
July Tarig Ahmed Long Plain First Nation Winnipeg
June Elle Wood Métis - Winnipeg Winnipeg
May Norman John Lacquette Peguis First Nation Mallard
April Levi Johnston Métis - Winnipeg Winnipeg
March Waasayah Munro-Soldier Fox Lake Cree Nation Swan Lake First Nation
February Kendra Allard Métis - Winnipeg Winnipeg
January N/A N/A N/A

 

2021

Month Name Band/Region Community
December N/A N/A N/A
November N/A N/A N/A
October Phillip Sutherland Peguis First Nation Peguis First Nation
September Hannah Penner N/A Winnipeg
August Leah Miller Cross Lake First Nation Winnipeg
July Jesiah Bennet Métis - Southeast St-Pierre-Jolys
June Trechelle Bunn Birdtail Sioux First Nation Birdtail Sioux First Nation
May Finley Folkett Métis - Southeast Morden
April Emily Mandamin Iskatewizaagegan First Nation Shoal Lake First Nation/Winnipeg
March Hailey Witko Métis - Winnipeg Winnipeg
February Trey Ross Norway House Cree Nation Norway House Cree Nation
January Mariko Bercier Opaskwayak Cree Nation Opaskwayak Cree Nation

 

2023

Month Name Band/Region Community
January Rebecca Kantimere Waywayseecappo First Nation Winnipeg
February Antonina Kandiurin York Factory First Nation Churchill
March Kim Avonthay Red River Metis Lac du Bonnet
April N/A
May N/A
June N/A
July N/A
August Tamara Beardy Tataskwayak Cree Nation Winnipeg
September
October
November
December

 

2022

Month Name Band/Region Community
December N/A N/A N/A
November Marshall Prince Long Plain First Nation Long Plain First Nation
October Savanna Sayese Opaskwayak Cree Nation Opaskwayak Cree Nation
September N/A N/A N/A
August N/A N/A N/A
July Tanya Thompson Métis - Northwest Russell
June Ray Starr Sandy Bay First Nation Sagkeeng First Nation
May Heather Lambert Métis - Southeast St. Laurent
April N/A N/A N/A
March Culley Kipling Peguis First Nation Winnipeg
February N/A N/A N/A
January N/A N/A N/A

 

2021

Month Name Band/Region Community
December N/A N/A N/A
November N/A N/A N/A
October N/A N/A N/A
September N/A N/A N/A
August N/A N/A N/A
July Camille Munro Fox Lake Cree Nation Winnipeg
June N/A N/A N/A
May Kaitlin Fosseneuve Métis/Cross Lake First Nation Winnipeg
April Jessica Guimond Sagkeeng First Nation Sagkeeng First Nation
March Dayton Desjarlais Brokenhead First Nation Winnipeg
February Nicole Madsen Métis Winnipeg
January Angel Grieves Gods Lake First Nation Gods Lake First Nation

Recognition

Canada
Manitoba
Sport Manitoba

We acknowledge and respect that the MASRC is based on lands shared between peoples, the land of the Anishinabe & Cree, on Treaty One Territory and on the Homeland of the Red River Metis. Being an organization that travels throughout Manitoba, we also acknowledge and respect all lands and treaties we operate on, including Treaty 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 & 10 as well as the Dakota Nations.

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