Algonquin College Alumni and Friends Network
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Having volunteered from a young age, Jeffrey Lalonde says he is a big believer in the power of team spirit on the job and off. That's why he is the 2021 Rena Bowen Volunteer of the Year Award recipient. Learn more: https://algonquincollege.com//award-recip/jeffrey-lalonde/

Congratulations to Kim Franchina, who is not only a Registered Nurse at St. Patrick’s Home of Ottawa, but an advocate for AC students. She is a graduate from the Nursing program Class of 1991 and Nursing Assistant program Class of 1988. https://bit.ly/3oqCBLd

Congratulations to Crystal Martin-Lapenskie for receiving the Alumni of Distinction Community Services Award. Her ongoing advocacy for Canada's Inuit on the national and international stage is remarkable. Learn more about her work: http://ow.ly/yyuB50Gg8XG

We are proud to commemorate alumnus Brian Fraser's legacy through renaming an award to the Brian Fraser Recent Graduate Award. Read more about Brian Fraser, the decision to honour, the decision to honour his legacy this way, and the award: http://ow.ly/OGGy50GfxVM

We are honoured to present the Alumni of Distinction Award for Business to Michael Wood, who has tirelessly advocated for small businesses during the pandemic. Congratulations Mike! Learn more: https://www.algonquincollege.com//award-reci/michael-wood/

Tom Sidney is a councillor with the Town of Renfrew, a clinic manager at the Robbie Dean Centre and now Algonquin College Alumni of Distinction recipient of the Changing Lives award. https://www.algonquincollege.com//award-recipi/tom-sidney/

Because of his entrepreneurial spirit, his leadership, and his passion for his calling, our Algonquin College Alumni of Distinction Apprenticeship recipient is Adam Vettorel of North & Navy and Cantina G i a. More here: https://algonquincollege.com//award-recipie/adam-vettorel/

A prolific poet, playwright, storyteller, researcher, archaeologist and Director of the Kwantlen Cultural Centre - we are honoured to present Joseph A. Dandurand with the Creative Arts and Design Alumni of Distinction Award from Algonquin College. Learn more: http://ow.ly/E7l450Gc8i9

Congratulations to Mercury'filmworks for winning the Algonquin College Alumni of Distinction Employer of the Year award. Thank you for supporting our students, hiring our graduates, and providing meaningful and engaging work in a dynamic field. Learn more: http://ow.ly/687650GbquQ http://ow.ly/687650GbquQ

Every year, Algonquin College celebrates the incredible achievements of its alumni through the Alumni of Distinction Awards. Here is a closer look at the Alumni of Distinction Alumna of the Year Recipient Patricia Boal. Learn more about Patricia Boal: https://www.algonquincollege.com//award-rec/patricia-boal/

Join us in celebrating the beginning of a new academic year by livestreaming the fireworks display tonight at 9:00pm. Hosted by Algonquin SA (Students' Association) and Algonquin Student Services https://www.algonquinsa.com/event/ac-day-1-fireworks-3/