Hong Kong boasts an abundance of prizes and competitions available to individuals, organisations, schools and schools. Many have long histories that span decades – some held annually while others created following major events or paying homage to notable people – with some competitions open to public submission while others require nominations.
Awarded annually, this prize recognizes outstanding academic achievements by students taking at least 48 credits in any subject and attaining their best result over the year. A selection committee reviews applications submitted for consideration before selecting one winner; those interested can visit the museum of history website or call extension services unit 2724 9026 to apply for it.
The Hong Kong Film Awards is an annual event organized by the Hong Kong Federation of Film Societies (HKFA) to honour films produced in Hong Kong. Films must satisfy three criteria to enter; these are: at least one member of their cast or crew must also reside in Hong Kong, and their film must have commercial release in Hong Kong. A first round election takes place each January with five films selected by a committee consisting of professional adjudicators members of 13 professional film bodies as their top five.
As part of its efforts to commemorate Hong Kong’s rich cultural heritage, the Museum of History and Institute for Promotion of Chinese Culture have jointly launched an Inter-school Competition of Study Projects on Hong Kong History and Culture since 2007. It aims to encourage young people to investigate how historical developments impact changes within society today.
In addition to honoring veteran arts practitioners, the Hong Kong Arts Development Awards scheme also recognizes schools and organisations who have made outstanding contributions towards fostering local arts. Furthermore, this awards program honors patrons who support arts events or activities throughout Hong Kong.
On Saturday, Aristo Sham was crowned Hong Kong’s inaugural Cliburn champion, receiving a prize package worth US$100,000 (HK$784,800). This prize includes three years of individualised career management services provided by Platoon Records as well as performance attire sponsored by US department store chain Neiman Marcus.
Hong Kong Jockey Club will offer an impressive prize pool of HK$20.8 million at the 2023 LINK Hong Kong Open, including a jackpot of HK$2.8m for Quartet & First 4 Merged Pool and an added bonus of HK$1.6m in Triple Trio Pool. Finishers in positions one through eight will gain entry into International Series tournament next year.