2024 Awards
At the 2024 national Catholic health care Conference in Winnipeg May 8-10, 2024 , the Catholic Health Alliance of Canada recognized leadership in three categories. To read more on each award and view past recipients look at the National Awards Brochure below.
Recognizing Lifetime Achievement
Catholic health care in Canada has been blessed with a legacy of faithful leaders whose dedication throughout their careers has built the ministry and ultimately brought care and healing to persons and communities.
Recognizing Tomorrow’s National Leaders
Tomorrow’s National Leaders Award is given to young leaders who have already made significant contributions to the ministry locally and who, through their leadership, can provide prophetic witness to the mission of Catholic health care at the national level.
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Recognizing Programs of Distinction
Motivated by Christ’s call to care for those who are poor, suffering and vulnerable, Catholic health care organizations respond with innovative approaches to the needs of people within and beyond their communities.
Colleen Johnson ~ Toronto, Ontario
2024 Lifetime Achievement Award ~ Honouring a Board Member
Read MoreGary Payne ~ Hamilton, Ontario
2024 Lifetime Achievement Award ~ Honoring a Direct Caregiver
Read MoreMichelle Charlesworth ~ Edmonton, Alberta
2024 Tomorrow’s National Leader Award
Hazel Gray ~ Vancouver, British Columbia
2024 Tomorrow’s National Leader Award
Edgar Neudorf ~ Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
2024 Tomorrow’s National Leader Award
Dr. Nadiya Sunderji ~ Penetanguishene, Ontario
2024 Tomorrow’s National Leader Award
Nicolas Axas ~ Kingston, Ontario
2024 Tomorrow’s National Leader Award
Journey Home Hospice, Saint Elizabeth Health Care ~ Toronto and Windsor, Ontario
2024 Programs of Distinction Award