The CQHA Awards and Selections committee is made up of CQHA directors from across Canada. Credentials and criteria required in order to be a successful candidate included but are not limited to the following:
- Nominee must be an AQHA member in good standing for a minimum of 5 years. (This does not apply to the youth awards).
- Nominee must be a current member of CQHA
- Nominations for a deceased person will be accepted using their past AQHA membership number.
- Nominators must be a current member of CQHA
- Horses must be registered with AQHA and include a copy of their registration papers with their nomination.
- People awards must be accompanied by two letters of reference with contact information. (email and telephone)
- Trainer and Breeders of the Year Nominee must be a Canadian resident and have their main operation in Canada.
- Photos of Nominees must be submitted with the nomination form.
- Supporting documentation includes but is not limited to: official show/race/ breeding records, client testimonials, biography, list of awards and accomplishments.