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Constitution and Bylaws
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LIFE MEMBERSHIP

Life Membership is the highest award available to recognize individuals' exceptional contributions to the Courtenay Lawn Bowling Club (Club). It is therefore only to be awarded in exceptional circumstances.

Nomination for Life Membership

Any member in good standing may nominate another member for consideration for the Life Membership award. Nominations must be submitted in writing & must be countersigned by two current members in good standing with a minimum of three years club membership and not related to the Club nominee.

The nomination should be prepared to set out the nominee's achievements & activities &, at a minimum, must meet the award criteria as set out below. The executive committee will accept nominations for life membership up to August 1st for consideration.

The Club will only approve a maximum of two members per bowling season from May 1st to April 30th.

Award Criteria

In considering the award of Life Membership, an individual should have demonstrated significant, sustained, and high-quality service, enhancing the reputation and future of the Club.

The points will be taken into account when considering any nomination:

The nominee's length of service to the Club shall be at least ten (10) years in either an on-field or off-field role, with such service in either role being taken concurrently.

The general attitude and overall demeanor of the nominee reflect a dedication to the values of the Club.

The nominee will have demonstrated a commitment to the principles of fair play & good sportsmanship.

The nominee will have provided valued leadership or been an outstanding role model to the members in general.

The nominee's service must reflect favorably on and brought credit to the Club.

The nominee must currently be an active and in good standing member.

Important Note

Award criteria apply in whatever role the nominee has participated in during their Club service (on or off the field). Achieving the minimum service levels will not in any way automatically guarantee the Award of Life Membership

Process for Assessment of Applications

All nominations must demonstrate attainment of minimum service requirements and other details of exemplary service.

The Executive Committee (a minimum quorum is required) will assess any life membership nominations based on the established criteria. The Executive Committee will discuss & consider the application over two (2) regular meetings before the October executive meeting. As part of their deliberations, the executive can request further information or clarification on any portion of the nomination. The Executive Committee will assess all nominations put forward & only those nominations that are worthy of Life Membership shall be endorsed & put to the vote at the October executive meeting.

The final list of endorsed nominations for the Award of Life Membership will be individually voted upon at the AGM (a 2/3 majority vote will be required for approval). Life Memberships will be awarded at the next Club Annual Awards presentation.

Nominee/s will be announced at the fall AGM, complete with member's backgrounds as part of the pre-voting procedure.

Retraction of a Life Membership

Retraction of a Life Membership Award may occur where the recipient has conducted him/herself in a manner that reflects directly and adversely on the image or activities of the Club generally or on a breach of ethics. This provision will only be exercised in exceptional circumstances and require the Executive Committee's unanimous agreement to be enacted.

Benefits of Life Membership

In addition to the status of "Life Membership" will be recognized by:

Award of the Life Membership at the Club Annual Awards.

Exemption from membership fees associated with the Club (Life Memberships do not include fees associated with any open tournament, club tournaments, club leagues, or social events).

Listing in the Club Web site and other official documents.

Invitations to attend all official Club functions.

Life Membership Award Introduction

This Award policy will be effective from May 1st, 2021. Retrospective allocation of this award to individuals no longer involved in the Club will not be made.

This policy is to be reviewed at the Executive Level from time to time.
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Merit Award

Merit Award is available to recognize individuals' development from May 1 to April 30 in the Club's service areas, individual player development, performance, and results highlighting the Courtenay Lawn Bowling Club (Club) guiding principles.

Nomination for a Merit Award

Any member in good standing may nominate another member for consideration for a Merit award. Nominations must be submitted in writing & must be countersigned by two current members in good standing with a minimum of three years club membership and not related to the Club nominee.

The nomination should be prepared to set out the nominee's achievements & activities &, at a minimum, must meet the award criteria as set out below.

The executive committee will accept nominations for a Merit Award up to September 30 for consideration.

​The Club will only approve a maximum of four members per bowling season from May 1 to April 30.

Award Criteria

In considering the Merit Award, a nominee will have demonstrated contributions and work done on behalf of the Club (including but not limited to greens, tournaments, volunteering, work on Executive, fundraising, promotion, publicity, safety), or any other sustained service which contributes to the overall well-being of the Club.  The nominee must currently be an active and in good standing member.  

Process for Assessment of Applications

The Executive Committee will assess any merit award nominations based on the criteria and consider the monthly executive meetings' applications. Merit award recipients will receive their award the month following the Executive meeting. 
The Merit Awards recipients' list will be announced at the fall AGM, complete with the award's nominees' contribution.

Benefits of a Merit Award

The Merit Award will be recognized by:
  • Presentation of their award at the Club Annual Awards Event.
  • Listing in the Club Website.
  • Photo in the clubhouse.