HALIFAX, Jan. 23, 2014 /CNW/ - The Atlantic Journalism Awards is seeking nominations for its Lifetime Achievement Award. Any individual who has demonstrated a career of journalistic excellence in Atlantic Canada may be nominated up to the closing date of Monday, February 3, 2014.

Throughout the years, this award has provided a special opportunity for the Atlantic journalistic community to honour a longtime member who has contributed value to the industry.

Nominations for this award can be submitted by any interested person. A letter highlighting why the individual should be honoured, accompanied by other supporting material, should be included. The award will be presented at a gala dinner and awards show on Saturday, May 10, 2014, at the Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel.

Complete details of the Lifetime Achievement Award entry rules and regulations can be found at www.ajasonline.org or www.AJAs.ca (click category definitions) or by calling (902) 240-4080.

SOURCE Atlantic Journalism Awards