HALIFAX, Jan. 11, 2017 /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 Wednesday, February 1, 2017.

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 reception and awards show on Saturday, May 6, 2017, at the new St. John's Convention Centre.

Complete details of the award categories, including the Lifetime Achievement Award entry rules, regulations and the digital entry system can be found at www.ajasonline.org .

SOURCE Atlantic Journalism Awards