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Introduction
The Scottish Gaelic Awards reward all aspects of the Gaelic language and culture across the length and breadth of the country.
The Daily Record, alongside headline sponsor Bòrd na Gàidhlig are proud to host the most prestigious night of the year within the Gaelic community calendar. Celebrating Gaelic culture, education and language highlighting the excellent work undertaken to maintain growth and heritage.
The Scottish Gaelic Awards now in their eighth year, will take place on Tuesday 15th December.
Returning to host the event will be Scottish Broadcaster and Producer, Cathy MacDonald.
Virtual Awards Ceremony
Tuesday 15th December 2020
Congratulations to the winners
2020 Winners
2020 Winners
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Learner Award
Sponsored by Skills Development Scotland
The Gaelic Duolingo Team
Arts & Culture Award
Sponsored by Creative Scotland
Beò Festival
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Community, Heritage & Tourism Award
Sponsored by CalMac Ferries Ltd
Comunn Eachdraidh Nis
Best Contribution Award
Sponsored by Bòrd na Gàidhlig
Ciaran Iòsaph MacAonghais, Duolingo
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Innovation in Education Award
Hana and Rachel MacNeil, Clasrum Air an Oir
Young Gaelic Ambassador of the Year Award
Sponsored by MG ALBA
Katie Macfarlane
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Gaelic as an Economic Asset Award
Galson Estate Trust
Innovation During Lockdown Award
Covid Choral Workshops
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Lifetime Achievement
Dr Donalda McComb
Host
Cathy Macdonald is a freelance bilingual broadcaster and producer from the Isle of Lewis.
She currently presents a live daily features lunchtime programme, for BBC Radio nan Gaidheal, in her native Gaelic language, and is one of the regular presenters on the Religion and Ethics programme, Sunday Morning With, on BBC Radio Scotland. Her most recent television credits include live programmes for The Royal National Mod, to be held this year in Glasgow, as well as BBC Alba’s hugely popular live New Year show, Ceilidh na Bliadhn’ Ùire.
She fronts documentary and features programmes for the Gaelic Channel BBC Alba, through a number of independent programme makers, as well as regular contributions to BBC Radio Scotland features programmes.
"I am delighted to be part of an event that celebrates cultural and linguistic pride, both at home and abroad, and that covers such a diverse demographic. The awards are a public acknowledgment of those who so often work under the radar, to ensure the viability of the language, by encouraging and promoting it’s use, both socially and professionally. We salute them all and look forward to sharing the evening with them in November."
FAQ's
Can I nominate someone for more than one award category?
A person can be nominated for in as many category awards as they feel appropriate as long as each entry satisfies the specific award criteria in that category. The event organisers reserve the right to reassign nominations to a category they believe is most suited to the nomination.
What happens if a person receives multiple nominations?
The judges’ decision will be based on the content of the nomination and what the person or team has done. Multiple nominations do not carry any more weight and will not contribute to the judging outcome.
Will I be contacted for more information?
We may need to contact you and the person you are nominating to seek further information in order to progress your entry. Please provide accurate email addresses and mobile telephone numbers for this purpose and respond as quickly as you can if contacted.
When will I hear if my nomination has been successful?
Nominations close on Friday 23rd October. We will make contact with all of the people nominated who have been successful in making it through the judging process. At that point, we will be seeking their agreement that, should they be successful in getting through to the finalist stage, they give their permission for their name to be published in the newspaper.
Sponsorship
There are various sponsorship opportunities available.
To discuss sponsorship opportunities please contact Aileen Turnbull on 07825 899 187 or at aileen.turnbull@reachplc.com
Title Sponsor
Our Category Sponsors
Testimonials
"My name is Cynthia and I am studying Scottish Gaelic now for almost 2 years I love it. I am so thrilled you have this ceremony to honour those who work to keep the language alive.
They are inspirations to me to keep going.
If I may mention two people who inspired my journey to Gaelic. Mr. O Broin who taught those on Outlander the series and his wonderful determined student and teacher for me by watching him Sam Heughan. If it were not for them I would not be learning this language and keeping a promise to myself and late dad.
Thank you so much."
Drop us a line
Event Enquiries
Laura Dunlop
Event Manager
0141 309 1491
laura.dunlop@reachplc.com
Sponsorship Opportunities
Aileen Turnbull
Head of Sales – Business Insider & Events
07825 899 187
aileen.turnbull@reachplc.com