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Algoma Visionary Awards
The Algoma Visionary Awards Gala, a cherished occasion dedicated to honouring the outstanding contributions and achievements of young leaders, entrepreneurs, innovators, volunteers, and mentors throughout the Sault Ste. Marie and Algoma region.
At AVA's, we proudly spotlight 17 remarkable young professionals who exemplify excellence in leadership, community engagement, professional achievement, volunteerism, and mentorship. These individuals are the driving force behind positive change and innovation in our community, inspiring others through their dedication, passion, and vision.
Our award categories encompass both the Awards of Distinction, recognizing overall excellence and outstanding contributions, and Industry Awards, highlighting achievements within specific sectors.
Join us as we come together to celebrate the spirit of innovation, service, and leadership that defines the Algoma region. Together, let's honor and applaud the incredible accomplishments of our young professionals and pave the way for a brighter, more vibrant future for all.
Congratulations to this year's award recipients!
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2025
Award recipients of the Algoma Visionary Awards 2025:
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2024
Award recipients of the Algoma Visionary Awards 2024:
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2023
Award recipients of the Algoma Visionary Awards 2023:
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2022
Algoma Visionary Award Recipients 2022:
- Arts, Music and Culture Industry Award sponsored by Skeggs Paciocco Lawyers – Meaghan Kent
- Business Administration Industry Award sponsored by Lallemand Plant Care – Carly Creagh
- Consumer and Retail Industry Award sponsored by The Community Development Corporation of Sault Ste. Marie – John Findlay
- Environment and Natural Resources Industry Award sponsored by N1 Solutions – Elaine Ho-Tassone
- Health Sciences Industry Award sponsored by Health and Safety Professionals Inc. – Nirosha Murugan
- Hospitality and Tourism Industry Award sponsored by Destination Northern Ontario – Harsh Goyal
- Information Technology Industry Award sponsored by Cavera – Steeson Mathew
- Lifestyle and Wellness Industry Award sponsored by Dr. Floreani, O'Toole and Dool Orthodontists – Ali Greco
- Public and Social Services Industry Award sponsored by Nogdawindamin Family and Community Services – Mitch Case
- Trades and Labour Industry Award sponsored by Wardlaw Heating and Cooling – Kurtis McDermid
- Business Professional Development Achievement sponsored by Algoma Workforce Investment Corporation – Carly Dool
- Community Champion and Civic Pride sponsored by The Sault Ste. Marie Chamber of Commerce – Marissa Ditoro
- Excellence in Entrepreneurship sponsored by Sault Ste Marie Innovation Centre – Meaghan Kent
- Leadership sponsored by Success with Digital – Harsh Goyal
- Young Professional of the Year sponsored by Algoma University – Elaine Ho-Tassone
- Strive Member of the Year the Sault Ste. Marie Chamber of Commerce – Katrina McMeeken
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2021
Algoma Visionary Award Recipients 2021:
- Arts, Music & Culture Industry Award Sponsored by Naomi Sayers, Barrister/Solicitor & Notary Public - Miranda Bouchard
- Business Administration Industry Award Sponsored by Algoma Workforce Investment Corporation – Sophie Mackey
- Environmental & Natural Resources Industry Award Sponsored by Lallemand – Peter Greve
- Health Sciences Industry Award Sponsored by Cavera Inc. – Amanda Lambert
- Hospitality & Tourism Industry Award Sponsored by Destination Northern Ontario – John Armstrong
- Lifestyle and Wellness Industry Award Sponsored by Dr. Floreani & The Straightsmile Team - Katrina Francella
- Information Technology Industry Award Sponsored by Norpro Company - Tony Cavaliere
- Public & Social Services Industry Award Sponosred by Property One Management- Ashley Caceila Trahan
- Consumer & Retail Industry Award Sponsored by Community Development Corporation of Sault Ste. Marie & Area – Lauren DeVito
- Trades & Labour Industry Award Sponsored by Wardlaw Heating & Cooling - Travis Seabrook
- Community Champion Award of Distinction Sponsored Soo Mill - Krista Bissiallon
- Leadership Award of Distinction Sponsored by Algoma Workforce Investment Corporation – Liliana Bressan
- Business & Professional Development Achievement Award of Distinction Sponsored by Jeronamo Solutions – David Thompson
- Excellence in Entrepreneurship Award of Distinction Sponsored by Sault Ste. Marie Innovation Centre – Lauren DeVito
- Strive Member of the Year Award – Emily Cormier
- Strive Young Professional of the Year – Matthew Scott
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2020
Algoma Visionary Award Recipients 2020:
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2019
Algoma Visionary Award Recipients 2019:
- Arts, Music & Culture Industry Award - Miranda Bouchard
- Business Administration Industry Award - Derek Jackson
- Environmental &Natural Resources Industry Award - Josh Ingribelli
- Health Sciences Industry Award - Tyler Onofrio
- Hospitality & Tourism Industry Award - Lindsey Ackland
- Lifestyle and Wellness Industry Award - Alysia Mitchell
- Information Technology Industry Award - Ryan Creagh
- Public & Social Services Industry Award - Ashley Daybutch-Bell
- Consumer & Retail Industry Award - Kristina Koprash
- Trades & Labour Industry Award - Kourtney Greco
- Community Champion Award of Distinction - Katrina Francella
- Leadership Award of Distinction – Jillian Sauerzopf
- Business & Professional Development Achievement Award of Distinction – Jane McGoldrick
- Civic Pride Award of Distinction – Sandy Holmberg
- Excellence in Entrepreneurship Award of Distinction - Kevin Rusnell
- Striving Star Award – Sarah Hollingsworth
- Strive Game Changer Award – Will Hollingshead
- Strive Member of the Year Award – Matthew Lance
- Strive Male Young Professional of the Year Award – Ty Onofrio
- Female Young Professional Of The Year Award - Ashley Daybutch-Bell
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2018
Algoma Visionary Award Recipients 2018:
- Arts, Music & Culture Industry Award sponsored by Cavera Inc. - Julia Piskiewicz
- Business Administration Industry Award sponsored by Algoma Insurance Brokers - Luke Stilin
- Education Industry Award Sponsored by Sovereign Communications - 99.5 YES FM - Micaela Mansfield
- Environmental Science Industry Award Sponsored by Giordan Zin, Supervisor of Customer Engagement, PUC Services Inc. - Michael Pratt
- Health & Wellness Industry Award Sponsored by Floreani, O’Toole & Dool Orthodontists - Jillian Ingribelli
- Hospitality & Leisure Sponsored by Rob LaRue, Marketing Manager, Algoma Kinniwabi Travel Association - Erinn Esklisson
- Public Service Industry Award Sponsored by Michael Parlow, Associate Partner, Intact Insurance - Tessa Vecchio
- Sales & Retail Industry Award Sponsored by Sovereign Communications - Rock 101 - Allison Kantovaara
- Science & Technology Industry Award Sponsored By BioForest Technologies Inc. - Jeff Greco
- Trades & Labour Industry Award Sponsored by Winmar - Tyler Rains
- Community Champion Award of Distinction Sponsored by Property One Management Inc. - Katie Blunt
- Leadership Award of Distinction Sponsored by Norpro - Matthew Shoemaker
- Business/Professional Development Achievement Award of Distinction Sponsored by Matthew Lance, Office Administrator, Algoma Workforce Investment Corporation - Angela Caputo
- Civic Pride Award of Distinction Sponsored by Joe Ruscio Professional Corporation - Jasmyn Rowley
- Excellence in Entrepreneurship Award of Distinction Sponsored by KPMG LLP - Katrina Thibodeau
- Striving Star Award Sponsored by Greg Lefave, President, Superior Auto Group - Brianne Veale
- Strive Game Changer Award Sponsored by Rogers Radio Group - Country 104.3 - Robin Sutherland
- Strive Member of the Year Award Sponsored by Rogers Radio Group - Kiss 100.3 - Nelson Grant
- Strive Male Young Professional of the Year Award Sponsored by Ontario Lottery & Gaming Corporation (OLG) - Paul Caputo
- Female Young Professional Of The Year Award Sponsored by Ontario Lottery & Gaming Corporation (OLG) - Karen Lefave