The Ontario government is proud to announce the winners of the annual Premier’s Awards and Minister’s Lifetime Achievement Award.
Provincial officials say these awards honour college leaders and graduates whose work has been essential to the growth of Ontario’s postsecondary education system, communities, industries and services.
The Premier’s Awards honour college graduates who have made meaningful impacts in seven categories, helping to strengthen Ontario’s economy and local communities.
The 2024 recipients are:
– Emily Chung from Centennial College for Skilled Trades
– Andrés Coimbra Castedo from Niagara College for Recent Graduate
– Fiona Coughlin from Conestoga College for Community Services
– JP Gladu from Sault College for Business
– Lynne Innes from Northern College for Health Sciences
– Eric Kukucka from George Brown College for Science, Technology and Engineering
– George Stroumboulopoulos from Humber Polytechnic for Creative Arts and Design
“Congratulations to all the recipients of this year’s Premier’s Awards and the Minister’s Lifetime Achievement Award,” said Doug Ford, Premier of Ontario, in a press release.
“These awards reflect the incredible work you have done to strengthen our postsecondary system and our communities, helping to inspire future generations of graduates and leaders to give back to our incredible province. Thank you and well done.”
Nolan Quinn, Minister of Colleges and Universities, also presented the 2024 Minister’s Lifetime Achievement Award to Patricia France, the first female president of St. Clair College.
France is a passionate leader who has displayed an unwavering commitment to providing Ontarians access to high-quality, affordable education.
“Colleges play an important role in shaping Ontario’s future by educating industry leaders, fostering ground-breaking innovation, and creating good paying jobs in our communities,” said Minister Quinn, in a media release.
“This year’s award winners have not only contributed greatly to their college, but to the social and economic success of all Ontario.”
“Ontario’s colleges are at the forefront of preparing students for meaningful careers and equipping them to address real-world challenges,” said Maureen Adamson, Incoming Interim President of Colleges Ontario, in a media release.
“The Minister’s and Premier’s Awards celebrate the profound impact of a college education, showcasing how our graduates drive progress, enrich communities and strengthen the provincial economy.”
For more information about the Minister’s Lifetime Achievement Award and Premier’s Awards winners, click here.
