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Leonard McHardy and John Harvey Award

Recognition for Toronto arts administrators

Offered by
Toronto Alliance for the Performing Arts
Official source: tapa.ca

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Funding available
$ 500 - $ 1,000
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Ontario, Quebec, Canada
Who can apply
Individuals in Toronto’s theatre, dance, or opera community.
See full eligibility

Overview

This annual award recognizes theatre, dance, and opera administrators in Toronto. The recipient receives a $1,000 cheque and plaque, and selects an emerging arts administrator for a $500 Protégé Prize.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum funding
$1,000
Minimum funding
$500
Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Attract or retain talent
  • Strengthen organizational capacity

Eligible candidates

Location
  • Toronto
  • Montréal
  • Ontario, Quebec
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
  • Canadians
Legal structures
All legal structures

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Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 1

Latest changes

Leonard McHardy and John Harvey Award page updated

The award page now shows the nomination form details and contact information, while the award description, deadline, and prize amounts are no longer visible.

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The Leonard McHardy and John Harvey Award page has shifted from a descriptive award page to an active nomination form page. The visible content now emphasizes submission requirements, file uploads, and contact details for Scott Dermody, while the award narrative, deadline, and cash awards are no longer shown. The eligibility language also appears simplified on the current page, with the form highlighting that nominees must be individuals and that deceased individuals are not eligible. The original award-specific criteria about 10 years of commitment to Toronto’s theatre, dance and opera community are no longer visible in the new content.

Official source: tapa.ca
May 10, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Individuals in Toronto’s theatre, dance, or opera community.
  • TAPA members submitting nominations.

Who is not eligible

  • Pairs or teams.
  • Deceased individuals.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Pairs or teams are not eligible.
  • Deceased individuals are not eligible.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Toronto, Ontario

Activities funded

  • Recognition of an individual arts administrator through an award nomination.

How to apply

  • Step 1: Prepare nomination materials
    • Gather the nominee bio and headshot.
    • Prepare the cover letter explaining why the nominee should be nominated.
    • Collect supporting letters or paragraphs, if available.
  • Step 2: Complete the nomination form
    • Enter the nominee and nominator information in the online form.
    • Select the award from the available options.
  • Step 3: Submit the nomination
    • Upload the required documents through the nomination form.
    • Submit the form online.

Documents Needed

  • Nominee bio
  • Nominee headshot
  • Cover letter explaining the nomination
  • Supporting letters or paragraphs

Selection criteria

  • Minimum 10 years of commitment to Toronto’s theatre, dance, or opera community.
  • Demonstrated impact on the industry in Toronto.

Processing and Agreement

  • Nominations are reviewed by the Selection Committee.
  • The winner is chosen from nominations received from TAPA membership.
  • Accessibility accommodations may be arranged for candidates during the selection process.

Additional information

  • The award is presented every two years.
  • The recipient selects an emerging arts administrator for the Protégé Prize.
  • Accessibility accommodations are available on request during the selection process.

Contacts

scottd@tapa.ca
416.536.6468 x 2

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Leonard McHardy and John Harvey Award Program

What is the Leonard McHardy and John Harvey Award?

This annual award recognizes theatre, dance, and opera administrators in Toronto. The recipient receives a $1,000 cheque and plaque, and selects an emerging arts administrator for a $500 Protégé Prize.

How much funding can be received?

Leonard McHardy and John Harvey Award Funds up to $1,000 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the Leonard McHardy and John Harvey Award program?

To be eligible for the Leonard McHardy and John Harvey Award program, you must: Individual nominee only Living arts administrator Strong contribution to the field

Who can I contact for more information about the Leonard McHardy and John Harvey Award?

You can contact Toronto Alliance for the Performing Arts by email at scottd@tapa.ca or by phone at 416.536.6468 x 2.

Where is the Leonard McHardy and John Harvey Award available?

The Leonard McHardy and John Harvey Award program is available Montréal, Ontario, Quebec.

Is the Leonard McHardy and John Harvey Award a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Leonard McHardy and John Harvey Award is a Other Support

Who are the financial supporters of the Leonard McHardy and John Harvey Award?

Leonard McHardy and John Harvey Award is funded by Toronto Alliance for the Performing Arts