Winners

We are thrilled to share the winners of the Community Builders Awards, designed to honour outstanding members of our community who help make our communities a better place to work, live and play.

As steadfast champions of local, we strive to support and uplift our community and that most certainly includes the innovative, resilient and inspiring people who make our communities so special.

These awards recognize the incredible achievements of ten local people, organizations or businesses in ten different categories.

Community Builders Awards: Chris Green’s popular outdoor school recognized for helping kids in Guelph thrive

The Guelph Outdoor School, founded by Chris 10 years ago, now serves more than 300 families on a weekly basis

Jun 15, 2022 1:00 PM Read more >

Community Builders Awards: Kristel Manes honoured for fostering economic development in Guelph

Winner of this year’s Economic Development category Kristel Manes has made a positive impact for business owners, entrepreneurs in our community

Jun 14, 2022 1:00 PM Read more >

Community Builders Awards: Jeremy Luke Hill honoured for pivotal role in Guelph arts community

Jeremy’s passion for the arts helps writers in Guelph flourish

Jun 13, 2022 1:00 PM Read more >

Community Builders Awards: Zonta Club works to improve access to health care for women

This year’s Health Care Award recipient fights for gender equality in a way that benefits the health and physical well-being of women everywhere

Dec 23, 2021 1:00 PM Read more >

Community Builders Awards: Krista McCracken’s leadership supports widespread learning about Canada’s residential school system

Shingwauk Residential Schools Centre (SRSC) has become a nationally and internationally recognized leader in education focused on truth and reconciliation as a result of Krista’s work

Dec 21, 2021 1:00 PM Read more >

Community Builders Awards: Rotary Club of Sault Ste. Marie recognized as a pillar of our community

Club named Hall of Fame award winner for Rotaryfest, the Sault’s only summer festival for 100 years

Dec 16, 2021 1:00 PM Read more >

Community Builders Awards: Nick Brash brings world-class racing to the Algoma region

This year’s Sports and Recreation Award recipient has created an inclusive culture in the Sault for runners to get outside and compete

Dec 14, 2021 1:00 PM Read more >

Community Builders Awards: Susan Barber’s legacy lives on

Susan passed away in August 2016, but her 30 years of work in the local arts community has left a lasting and positive impact on Sault Ste. Marie

Dec 9, 2021 11:00 AM Read more >

Community Builders Awards: Marek McLeod is a natural leader

Winner of this year’s Young Leader Award was instrumental in creating Algoma District School Board’s Northern Indigenous Youth Council

Dec 7, 2021 11:00 AM Read more >

Community Builders Awards: Tony Porco fosters economic development in the Sault

Winner of this year’s Economic Development category Tony Porco has contributed significantly to business, tourism community

Dec 2, 2021 11:00 AM Read more >