Algonquin College Alumni of Distinction Awards Gala on Sept. 27

Posted on Monday, September 25th, 2017

As part of its 50th anniversary celebrations, Algonquin College is celebrating 10 distinguished individuals and organizations at the inaugural Alumni of Distinction Awards Gala (presented by Johnson Insurance). The event will bring together business and community leaders as we honour the important social and economic contributions that Algonquin College graduates make to the community, Canada and around the world. The gala awards show includes live entertainment, and features Algonquin alumni Angie Poirier and Stuntman Stu, radio show hosts on MAJIC 100, as emcees.

When: Wednesday, Sept. 27, 2017 (5:15 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.)

Key Periods for Media Coverage:

6 p.m. to 6:45 p.m., Awards: Alumna Volunteer of the year, Community Service, Business, Creative Arts and Design

8:15 p.m. to 9 p.m., Awards: Alumnus of the Year, Changing Lives, Alumni Employer of the Year

Where: Algonquin College Ottawa Campus, Minto Hall, Algonquin Centre for Construction Excellence (ACCE)

Award Highlights:
Creative Arts and Design: Trent Correy, Character Animator, Walt Disney Studios
Alumnus of the Year: Jerry Popowich, Chief Creative Officer, Mercury Filmworks
Community Service: Peter Tilley, Executive Director, Ottawa Mission
Alumni Employer of the Year: Ottawa Senators Hockey Club

RSVP: Members of the media planning to attend the event can RSVP Communications Officer Chris Lackner at lacknec@algonquincollege.com or 613-727-4723 (ext. 2091). Advance interviews with award recipients are also potentially available.

Parking: Parking is available off College Avenue Extension


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