Cystic Fibrosis Canada Community Awards
Here at Cystic Fibrosis Canada, we're proud to recognize individuals, groups and organizations whose dedication, leadership and generosity have had a significant impact on the lives of those affected by cystic fibrosis (CF). Through our annual awards program, we celebrate the exceptional contributions of community members who help advance our vision to help our community live fully, beyond the limits of cystic fibrosis.
About the CF Canada Community Awards
Community Awards are presented annually to individuals, groups, families and companies who have made exceptional contributions to our mission through the sharing of their time, energy and financial support. These awards celebrate those whose generous efforts improve the lives of Canadians affected by cystic fibrosis.
Each year, community members are invited to submit nominations, which are carefully reviewed by an review panel made up of people from the cystic fibrosis community. Self-nominations are accepted!
Awards details
Nominations now open for 2025
Nominations for the 2025 Community Awards are open until November 1, 2025. This is your opportunity to highlight those in your community whose contributions have or are helping to transform the future for people living with CF.
Award Categories for 2025:
Pamela Summerhayes Award – Impactful leadership by a person living with CF
Céline Award – Vital local contributions
Mila Mulroney Award – A family with a legacy of financial support
Beyond Limits Award – Exceptional advancement of CF Canada’s mission
Eva Markvoort Award – Young leader (35 or under) making a difference
Mission Catalyst (Financial Contribution) – Transformational financial support
Mission Catalyst (Voluntary Contribution) – Significant non-financial support
Change Maker of the Year Award – An outstanding third-party fundraising event
How to Write an Effective Award Nomination
Understand the criteria
Confirm your nominee fits
Be specific
Give lots of detail
Assume no prior knowledge
Reviewers only judge on details you share
2024 Award Recipients
In 2024, 21 individuals and groups were selected as recipients of a Cystic Fibrosis Canada Community Award for their exceptional contributions which were awarded at gatherings across the country in 2025. Congratulations to our 2024 recipients!
Take a moment to explore our Community Awards Gallery, a tribute to the inspiring recipients whose dedication, generosity, and leadership have and continue to shape a brighter future.
2024 King Charles III Coronation Medal Recipients
Exclusive to 2024, the King Charles III Coronation Medal is a national honour recognizing individuals who have made a significant contribution to Canada or their province, region or community.
Selected organizations across a variety of sectors, including non-profit and community groups, were invited to nominate and award individuals who embody the eligibility criteria. Cystic Fibrosis Canada was privileged to take part in this initiative, inviting nominations for role models that inspire others and demonstrate integrity and honesty in their contributions.
48 extraordinary recipients were selected, including the co-founders of Cystic Fibrosis Canada and player and coach of the National Hockey League (NHL):
Agatha Bourassa
Anne-Marie Beausoleil
Beth Vanstone
Brenda Chambers-Ivey
Carole Moisan
Caroline Rigutto
Cassidy Evans
Cheryl Corcoran
Chris Black
Claude Provencher
Daniel Dettmers
Daniel Leblanc
Dave Anderson
David Watson
Donna Summerhayes
Doug Summerhayes
Elizabeth Graham
Hailey Laxer
Ian Thompson
Jean Hodgins
Jean-Sebastien Ferron
Julie Saucier
Karen Fries
Karen McCulloch
Kim Wood
Leona Pinsky
Lisette Tremblay
Lorna McEwan
Macrina Perron
Mark Shopland
Megan Parker
Mitch Lepage
Nancy Kotush
Paige Shemilt
Patti Tweed
Rita Steiner
Rod Brind'Amour
Ron Anderson
Ryan Nugent-Hopkins
Stacy Hipkin
Stephanie Fryers
Stephanie Stavros
Tammy Strong
Teresa Weger
Teri Lang (posthumously)
Tony Arrell
Twyla McDougall
Valérie Tremblay
2024 CF Canada Community Award Recipients
Amanda Bartels – Leadership in Advocacy Award
Gabrielle Phaneuf – Eva Markvoort Award
Kin Canada – National Champion Award
Lauren Clift – Pamela Summerhayes Award
The Robbie – Beyond Limits Award
The Czajkowsky Family - Céline Award – Ontario Region
Project Trident - Change Maker of the Year Award - Québec Region
David Graham - Change Maker of the Year Award - Ontario Region
Queen City Eagle Riders – Financial Impact Award – Western Region
Emily Lyons – Financial Impact Award – Ontario Region
Earl Tripp – Financial Impact Award – Atlantic Region
Erin Dumville – Julia – Young Philanthropist Award - Atlantic Region
The McIntyre Family – Mila Mulroney Award – Western Region
The Arthrell Family - Mila Mulroney Award – Ontario Region
Les Grenouilles - Mila Mulroney Award – Québec Region
The Richards Family - Mila Mulroney Award – Atlantic Region
John Windwick – Volunteer Impact Award – Western Region
Chad Larmond – Volunteer Impact Award – Ontario Region
Sienna Kras – Youth Impact Award – Western Region
Katrina Davis – Youth Impact Award – Ontario Region
Benjamin Pérusse – Youth Impact Award – Québec Region