Jacqueline Lemieux Prize
Cristina Bucci
Photographer(s): Abhishek Joshi
Latest Winner
Cristina Bucci
Cristina Bucci has been enriching the arts community for over two decades, leaving her indelible mark as a choreographer, performer, educator, producer and mentor. Her career has taken her around the globe, with commissions from the Lamondance Company, Dancing on the Edge (Canada), the Yarita Yu Ballet and KMA Dance/Orchestra (Japan). She is a Chrystal Dance Prize recipient and a registered holistic nutritionist focusing on dancer wellness. She has worked with artists such as Jayda G, Destroyer, RubberLegz and Tony Adigun. In 2014, she co-founded the OURO Collective to advance the public’s appreciation of street dance culture and has spearheaded numerous outreach and youth initiatives. Born in Malta with Italian heritage, Cristina now calls Vancouver home.
The prize
The Jacqueline Lemieux Prize recognizes the work of established dance professionals who have made outstanding contributions to dance in Canada.
Eligibility
To be eligible for this prize, artists must first have received a grant from the Canada Council. Visit the Grants page to learn more about granting programs.
Background
This prize was established in 1980, in memory of Jacqueline Lemieux's profound contribution to the development of dance in Canada. She co-founded the Montreal dance company Entre-Six and the summer school Québec Été Danse, in Lennoxville, with her husband Lawrence Gradus. Jacqueline Lemieux was also a teacher, administrator and member of the Canada Council for the Arts’ Advisory Panel.
Additional information
Annual competition
Prize amount
$6,000
Grant-based
The Canada Council is committed to equity in all its activities, including the administration of prizes and awards.
Accessibility
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