This special evening is dedicated to celebrating the invaluable contributions of our supporters, volunteers, and community partners who empower 91ÊÓƵ’s impactful youth mentorship programs.
On May 13th we gathered again to celebrate match milestones and community partners that have made a significant contribution to 91ÊÓƵ in the last year. Congratulations to all our winners and honourees.
One year milestones
Presented by: Shelby Deane, Mentoring Coordinator
Presented to:
Mentee Cyndi & Mentor Stephanie
Mentee Ellie & Mentor Lindsay
Mentee Mika & Mentor Mason
Mentee Lucas & Mentor Nick
Mentee Gabby & Mentor Sara
Mentee Brenden & Mentor Curtis
Mentee Goodluck & Mentor Kadir
Three year milestones
Presented by: Sara Ridley, Mentoring Coordinator
Presented to:
Mentee Mariam & Mentor Valerie
Five & Seven year milestones
Presented by: Julie Darcis, Mentoring Coordinator
Presented to:
Mentee Mason & Mentor Gaetano
Mentee Ariel & Mentor Alyssa
Ten year & Graduating milestones
Presented by: Stephanie Chretien-Gaudreau
Presented to:
Mentee Jeremy & Mentor Philip
Mentee Zohra & Mentor Riana
Mentee Josh & Mentor Mike
Mentee Ariel & Mentor Alyssa
Mentee Maya & Mentor Karen
91ÊÓƵ Gratitude Award
Presented to a volunteer who has made a significant contribution to 91ÊÓƵ
Presented by: City Councillor, Sean Devine -Ward 9, Knoxdale-Merivale
Presented to: Trenton-Wilzer-Jones from CHOP Steakhouse & Bar
Community Mentor Award
Presented to a volunteer who has contributed to the agency’s vision and mission outside of mentoring programs.
Presented by: Clara Freire, City of Ottawa General Manager
Presented to: Chris Wood
School of the Year Award
Presented to a school that has shown outstanding support of 91ÊÓƵ site-based programs.
Presented by: Pino Buffone, Director of Education at OCDSB
Presented to: York Street Public School
Accepted by: Chantel Verner and Alana Mulrain
Outstanding School Liaison Award
Presented to a School Liaison that has demonstrated commitment to the program through enthusiasm, organization and ongoing support
Presented by: Amanda Presley, OCDSB School Trustee
Presented to: Nadine Powers, Pinecrest Public School
Thrive Leadership Award
Presented to an individual who has demonstrated outstanding leadership qualities, vision and dedication to inspire and empower others.
Presented by: Hope Wood, Business Development Manager, Social Enterprise
Presented to: Wil Sparks
Outstanding Student Placement Award
Presented to an individual who has demonstrated a level of exceptional commitment, effort and accomplishment in their 91ÊÓƵ Student Placement
Presented by: Brianna Dusome, Director of Programs & Community Partnerships
Presented to: Sara Ridley
Lois Allen Mentor of the Year Award
Presented to an individual who has demonstrated a level of exceptional commitment, effort and accomplishment in his or her 91ÊÓƵ mentoring relationship
Presented by: Lois Allen
Presented to: Sara Pinsky
Norm McEwen In-School Mentor of the Year award
Presented to an individual who has demonstrated a level of exceptional commitment, effort and accomplishment in his or her 91ÊÓƵ In-School mentoring relationship.
Presented by: Tom D’Amico, Director of Education at OCSB
Presented to: Miriam Ngatia
Community Partnership Award
Presented to an institution that has demonstrated exceptional commitment and effort in partnering with 91ÊÓƵ to support children and youth in Ottawa
Presented by: Vera Etches, Medical Officer at Ottawa Public Health
Presented to: Ottawa Public Library—Nathan Frechette
Start Something Big Award
Presented to a business who demonstrates outstanding corporate philanthropy in support of 91ÊÓƵ’s vision and mission
Presented by: Keith Egli, 91ÊÓƵ Board President
Presented to: Seoplus+—Brock Murray
Pay it Forward Awards
Given to Mentees who have gone out of their way to give back to their community
Presented by: Sam Laprade
Presented to:
Mentee Teigan
Mentee Erszy
Mentee Josh
Mentee Jeremy
