Nominations for the 2025 Top 7 Over 70 are now open!
Top 7 Over 70 has become one of the most beloved and unique award programs in the country. We are recognizing individuals for new accomplishments and successes achieved after the age of 70. The next awards gala will again take place at the Hyatt Regency in downtown Calgary, where we have celebrated all previous four groups of winners. The gala will occur on October 21, 2025.
To nominate, complete the form below and include two other individuals who know your nominee to write letters of support for the nomination. You can either fill out the below fillable form or copy and paste the form onto another type of document you prefer to work with.
Top 7 Over 70 Award Recipients during the 2023 Gala held at the Hyatt Regency Calgary
Top: Ron Ghitter, Tom Jackson, John Scott, Mogens Smed and Dr. Benno Nigg
Bottom: Janice McTighe and Tania Willumsen
Who can I nominate?
The Top 7 Over 70 recognizes individuals who have started a new adventure or reprised an existing one after the age of 70. All these individuals will have accomplished a milestone or vision that inspires Albertans of all ages and demonstrates that age does not preclude developing new passions. The Awards honour individuals 70 and over who have achieved excellence, inspired creativity, shaped innovation, and/or organized outstanding collaboration in one or more of the following areas:
- Health, Wellness & Recreation: Nominees will be enhancing individual health, community well-being or qualify of life for others.
- Arts & Culture: Creating, performing, teaching, mentoring or promoting arts and culture.
- Science: Generating discoveries, conducting research, educating others, creating something new or writing publications.
- Business: Starting a new venture or creating transformational enhancements to an existing business.
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Volunteerism/Philanthropy: Making a significant impact, dedication, innovation or level of participation; providing time, talent and/or treasure.
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Environment: Taking action, creating innovation, inspiring others.
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Overcoming Adversity: Conquering obstacles, facing challenges or inciting change.
- Making a difference: Generating an outstanding contribution to community or another group.
If you'd like some inspiration on nominations, check out the Alumni page to view our previous recipients and read their stories.
We look forward to receiving your nomination! Questions can be emailed to top7over70@humaniscalgary.com. We are grateful for the support of executive search firm Humanis Advisory and partner Cameron McDonald for their work on the nomination process!