THE FINALISTS
Learner Award To celebrate an outstanding contribution towards the learning of the Gaelic language. ● Organising Committee – Buidheann Disathairne ● Island Voices ● Lasadh
Arts & Culture Award Sponsored by Creative Scotland For the most outstanding contribution to Gaelic culture in 2016/17. ● Alex MacDonald ● Marcas Mac an Tuairneir ● Rona MacDonald
Event Award For the event which best promotes and or supports the Gaelic language within Scotland. ● Comunn Eachdraidh Nis ● Comhairle nan Leabhraichean ● Seachdain na Gàidhlig/Edinburgh Gaelic Festival
Community, Heritage & Tourism Award Sponsored by Highlands and Islands Enterprise For the group, organisation, community or school who have done most to utilise Gaelic within its community, in highlighting its heritage, or by promoting tourism in 2016/17. ● Fiona J MacKenzie ● Fife Gaelic Development Group ● Furan Gaelic Centre
Best Contribution Award Sponsored by Bòrd na Gàidhlig For the individual, group or organisation who have contributed significantly towards growth or development of the Gaelic language. ● Arthur Cormack ● DASG ● Misneachd (Màrtainn Mac a’ Bhàillidh)
International Award Sponsored by MG ALBA For the individual, event, group or organisation who best promote Gaelic outside Scotland. ● Robert Currie ● Grandfather Mountain Gaelic & Song and Language Week ● Emily McEwan-Fujita
Innovation in Education Award For teachers, support staff, pupils/students, a Local Authority or education group who create innovative ideas to support the strong delivery of Gaelic education. ● Lasadh ● e-Sgoil ● Kenneth MacKenzie
Young Gaelic Ambassador of the Year Award For the outstanding young Gael (under 25) who has made a significant contribution to the promotion of the Gaelic language The winner of this award will be announced on the night.
Gaelic as an Economic Asset Award Sponsored by Thorntons Investments To recognise success made by a business, social enterprise or community group in realising the proven value of Gaelic towards Scotland’s economy. ● Fèisean nan Gàidheal ● Obraichean Gàidhlig