The Griffin Bell Family
(Tamy, Evan and Abby and in honour of Griffin) In honour of their son and brother, Griffin James Bell, who passed in 2023 at the age of six, the Bells have transformed unimaginable loss into extraordinary philanthropy, creating a powerful legacy in pediatric oncology research and children’s health care at CHEO. Their generosity is personal,…
Read MoreThe Ashbury Parents’ Guild
The Ashbury Parents’ Guild has been a cornerstone of community engagement at Ashbury College for over 70 years. Comprised entirely of dedicated volunteers the APG brings heart, innovation, and a spirit of service to every initiative they support. Over the past decade, Ashbury College’s commitment to accessibility has grown significantly, with needs-based student financial assistance…
Read MoreTAAG Corporation
TAAG Corporation, led by Founder and CEO Andrew Abraham, is a visionary leader whose philanthropic efforts have significantly shaped Ottawa’s charitable landscape with a deep-rooted commitment to community prosperity and social responsibility. TAAG is much more than a business—it’s a community partner supporting several local charities and causes. Andrew’s personal story, rooted in a multi-generational…
Read MoreOliver Saner
Oliver Saner is a Senior Philanthropy Officer with The Royal Ottawa Foundation, where he works to inspire the community to support The Royal’s mission of reclaiming lives from mental illness and addiction. Prior to his current role, he served as Fundraising Coordinator at the Youth Services Bureau Foundation. He began his career back at The…
Read MoreJim Kyte
Jim Kyte embodies the spirit of the IDEA award through his unwavering commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, and access. As the first and only legally deaf player in NHL history, Jim understands both the challenges and possibilities that people with disabilities face. Jim Kyte’s leadership style creates a multiplier effect, inspiring others to step into…
Read MoreDelphine Haslé, CFRE
Delphine Haslé has been a dedicated professional fundraiser for over 20 years. Over the course of her career, she has directly raised or overseen the raising of more than $30 million for healthcare and community organizations. Her fundraising career reflects steady advancement into senior leadership roles across respected organizations. From grassroots fundraising to executive leadership,…
Read MoreDelaila Salem
Delaila Salem is an extraordinary young leader whose impact has been deeply felt across BGC Ottawa and the wider community. She founded Sidelines with Delaila, a youth-led media platform that shines a spotlight on athletes in the BGC Ottawa Summer League. She began by covering Summer League games, recording highlights, interviewing players and coaches, capturing…
Read MoreALTIS Recruitment and Technology
Founded in 1989, Altis Recruitment & Technology (formerly excelHR) is one of Canada’s largest independent staffing firms, placing 8,000+ qualified people every year in meaningful jobs spanning industries and sectors from coast to coast. Canadian owned and operated, Altis is a certified diverse supplier dedicated to giving back to Canada by creating job opportunities in…
Read MoreAdrian Burns and Greg Kane
Adrian has dedicated her career to business, corporate governance, broadcasting, the arts, education, public service, and community engagement. She joined the NAC Board as a Trustee in 2002, later serving as Vice Chair and then Chair of the Board until 2022. With deep ties to Western Canada, Adrian has brought several new names to…
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