Deputy Ministers’ Awards of Excellence 2021 Ceremony

The 2021 Awards are inclusive so that ESDC employees can all join in the celebration from wherever they are. Just like streaming a TV series, all of the videos from the ceremony have been released at once.

Congratulations and thank you to all winners for your exceptional dedication, commitment and contribution to the Department's goals, and a special thanks to all employees for joining us in celebrating ESDC's incredible achievements over the last two years.

Tips on organizing a watch party with your colleagues

You can make this time special by organizing your own version of a watch party with your team by streaming the videos together while on MS Teams. Or why not dress up for the occasion and share photos with your team or on Twitter using the hashtag #DMAwardsESDC? Or you can even set aside a block of time in your calendars so the whole team can watch from their computers simultaneously. Get creative!

If you plan on watching the videos together with your colleagues on MS teams, here are some tips and tricks to make it a success:

• Ensure the host has a strong and fast home internet connection and is using the Teams desktop application.
• Test your hardware prior to the meeting to ensure it is properly working.
• In case of issues, identify a back-up host.
• When sharing your screen with your teammates, click the Include Computer Sound slide button.

MS Teams Backdrop

Don't forget to download the DMAE 2021 MS Teams background to show your pride!