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 are now open
Who comes to mind when you think of someone making a difference in the CF community? Nominations for the 2026-27 Cystic Fibrosis Canada Community Awards are open until November 6, 2026.
Whether they have been making an impact for decades or are bringing new energy to the community, this is your chance to help make sure their contributions are recognized. Not sure which award is the right fit? Review the award categories and eligibility criteria to find the best match.
Award Categories for 2026-27:
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
2025 Award Recipients
Congratulations to Cystic Fibrosis Canada’s 2025 Community Award Recipients!
Cystic Fibrosis Canada is proud to recognize 17 individuals, families, and groups from across the country whose dedication and generosity have made a meaningful difference in the lives of Canadians affected by cystic fibrosis.
2025 CF Canada Community Award Recipients
Congratulations to the 2025 Cystic Fibrosis Canada Community Award recipients:
Erick Bauer — Pamela Summerhayes Award
Dave Muir — Céline Award
Christopher Beausoleil & family — Mila Mulroney Award
CARSTAR Collision and Glass — Beyond Limits Award
Allie MacIsaac — Eva Markvoort Award (Western Region)
Casandra Lunick — Eva Markvoort Award (Ontario)
Florentine Beaulieu — Eva Markvoort Award (Quebec)
Mittler family (Aaron Mittler and Mary Sanagan) — Mission Catalyst: Financial Contributions (Western Region)
Griffin Family (Nancy & Clint) — Mission Catalyst: Financial Contributions (Ontario)
Défibrose 2026 : L’expérience Kenya — Mission Catalyst: Financial Contributions (Quebec)
Melissa White — Mission Catalyst: Financial Contributions (Atlantic)
Grant Weir — Mission Catalyst: Voluntary Contributions (Western Region)
Susan Tremaine — Mission Catalyst: Voluntary Contributions (Ontario)
John Bennett — Mission Catalyst: Voluntary Contributions (Atlantic)
Ride for the Breath of Life — Change Maker of the Year (Western Region)
Royal Ball & Superheroes Unite — Change Maker of the Year (Ontario)
Marquer Contre La Fibrose Kystique — Change Maker of the Year (Quebec)
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
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