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The Alumni of Distinction Awards

The annual Alumni of Distinction Awards honour 10 Algonquin College alumni who have made outstanding professional and community contributions and one employer that has empowered our graduates to make a difference.

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Read the inspiring stories of the 2024 Algonquin College Alumni of Distinction Awards recipients below.

The 2024 Algonquin College Alumni of Distinction

Alumnus of the Year

Geoffrey Darby, Broadcasting - Radio and Television, Class of 1976

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Community Services Award

Janis Kahentóktha Monture, Applied Museum Studies, Class of 2003

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Creative Arts & Design Award

John-Philippe Smith, Masonry - Heritage and Traditional, Class of 2004; Masonry Techniques, Class of 2003

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Health Sciences Award

Carl Bowker, Paramedic, Class of 1998; Aeromedical, Class of 1998; Advanced Paramedic, Class of 2000

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Business Award

Sheena Brady, Hospitality Management - Hotel and Restaurant, Class of 2009

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Technology Award

Tanu Mohan, Business Information Systems, Class of 2008

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Changing Lives Award

Alexandra Ford, Community and Justice Services, Class of 2013

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Rena Bowen Volunteer of the Year Award

Graham Spero, Public Relations, Class of 2016

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Apprenticeship Award

Moneca Kaiser, Carpentry, Class of 1996

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Brian Fraser Recent Graduate Award

Brian Mikula, Business - Marketing, Class of 2020

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The 2024 Employer of the Year

Employer of the Year

Beer Store Distribution Centre

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Our Alumni of Distinction recipients are community leaders and community builders who exemplify Algonquin College’s mission to transform hopes and dreams into lifelong success.

Mark Savenkoff, VP Advancement