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OSMT Awards

Presented in recognition of significant contribution to the advancement of the Society and in turn the profession of Medical Laboratory Technology in Ontario.

The criteria for the Trillium Award includes:

• High profile within the medical laboratory technology community, at any level.
• Promotes active involvement by other technologists.
• Sets a high professional standard as a role model.
• Must be a member of the Ontario Society of Medical Technologists.
• Both the quality and quantity of contribution to the profession will be considered.
• Not necessarily awarded each year.
• The President shall present the award at the Annual General Meeting.

The award includes a certificate, the Trillium gold ring, and an honorary lifetime membership with the OSMT.

2. Richard Lafferty "Excellence in Writing" Award:

Presented to a person that has made an outstanding contribution to the OSMT Advocate.

3. MLT Student Award

The award is given to the graduating full-time clinical year student who has achieved distinguished academic status and who possesses the following attributes:

• Outstanding performance both in theoretical and practical work.
• Endeavours to reach a deeper level of knowledge and understanding than required.
• Demonstrates ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrates reliability through attendance and punctualilty.
• Has earned the respect of his/her peers through cooperation and assistance.
• Demonstrates maturity through a positive attitude.

This award includes a $100 honorarium and a certificate.

4. MLA/T Student Award

The award is given to the graduating full-time student who has achieved distinguished academic status and who possesses the following attributes:

• Outstanding performance both in theoretical and practical work.
• Endeavours to reach a deeper level of knowledge and understanding than required.
• Demonstrates ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrates reliability through attendance and punctuality.
• Has earned the respect of his/her peers through cooperation and assistance.
• Demonstrates maturity through a positive attitude.