The Canadian Bankers Association is now accepting nominations for the 2009 Canadian Banks’ Law Enforcement Awards, which recognizes outstanding police work in fighting crime against Canada’s banks, the CBA said Monday.

“We are proud to have the opportunity to recognize and honour those individuals who have gone above and beyond the call of duty to prevent and investigate crimes against Canada’s financial institutions,” says Nancy Hughes Anthony, president and CEO of the CBA. “This is a chance to show our appreciation for the excellent work done by members of law enforcement to protect the security and safety of bank employees and customers.”

Nominations from banks and Canadian law enforcement agencies will be accepted until April 30, 2009.

Additional information about the nomination process and eligibility, as well as a list of past award recipients, can be found on the CBA website at www.cba.ca/award.

Since the creation of the awards in 1972, 212 officers from across Canada have been honoured for their outstanding bravery, investigative ability and other noteworthy achievements to combat crimes against the banking industry in Canada.

This year’s awards will be presented at the closing ceremony and dinner of the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police annual conference in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island on Aug. 12.

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