Hall of Distinction

To mark John Abbott College’s 50th anniversary in 2020, a Hall of Distinction has been created. Since 2016, 50 graduates, former staff members and friends of the College have been recognized for their outstanding contributions to campus life or the community at large.

We will continue to recognize the contribution of our graduates, former staff and friends of the College.

Celebrate an outstanding John Abbott community member.

The nomination period is now closed, but submissions are always welcome — feel free to submit anytime.

Know someone whose impact at John Abbott College deserves to be recognized? Nominate them for the Hall of Distinction and help us honour the people who make the College exceptional.

If they’ve inspired, led, contributed, or created lasting change — we want to hear their story.

Submit a Nomination

Alumni

Requirements

Must meet the following requirements:

  • have attended John Abbott College for at least one academic year;
  • have maintained good academic standing in accordance with the College’s academic standing policy;
  • have not attended the College for at least five years;
  • have excelled in a field in a unique or sustained way, or have made a significant contribution to John Abbott College.

Considerations

One or more may apply:

  • have had a significant and tangible impact on the John Abbott College community or society;
  • be of good character and embody the citizenship expected of those who represent the interests of John Abbott College;
  • have acquired a very good reputation, have made professional achievements or have had significant or unique service or career contributions.

Former staff members

Requirements

  • have not worked at John Abbott College for at least five years;
  • have worked for John Abbott College for at least ten years;
  • have had a significant impact on John Abbott College, John Abbott College students and the success of the student body over an extended period of time.

Considerations

One or more may apply:

  • have exceeded the expectations of their position;
  • have connected with or responded to unique requests from communities or groups in a way that has brought lasting benefit (or positive change) to those communities and to John Abbott College;
  • contributed to the culture of John Abbott College and had a positive impact on the student experience;
  • maintained high standards of professionalism.

Friends of John Abbott College (e.g., volunteer, parent, donor)

Requirements

  • have not worked at John Abbott College for at least five years;
  • have worked for John Abbott College for at least ten years;
  • have had a significant impact on John Abbott College, John Abbott College students and the success of the student body over an extended period of time.

Considerations

One or more may apply:

  • have had a significant and tangible impact on the campus community;
  • be of good character and embody the citizenship expected of those who represent the interests of John Abbott College;
  • have made a major contribution in direct support of the objectives of the College and its student body.

Meet the Inductees

Every name in our Hall of Distinction represents a story of impact, leadership, and dedication to John Abbott College.

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From left to right: Ian Anderson, George Wall, Dr Harold Wilson, Catherine Sidorenko, Robert Burns, Gary Sims, Marie-France Juneau and Geoffrey Kelley

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From left to right: Bill Tierney, Rabab Naqvi, Lois Siegel, David McAusland, Jennifer Ditchburn, Anne Montminy and Dr Alexander Weil

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From left to right: Stephen C. Cheasley, Gerald Stachrowski, Caroline Tison, Murray Napier, Gabriel Bran Lopez, Gillian Florence, Glenn Ruiter, Michael Légaré (Dr Adolphe Légaré) and Dale Sheehan

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From left to right: Michael Soles, Patricia MacGeachy (Kirk MacGeachy), Joel Austen, Stacey Neale (Anita Neale), Bob De Jean, Doug Anakin, Wanda Bedard, Vivianne Silver and Shirley Cuillierrier

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From left to right: Philipp Grimm, Shahir Guindi, James Vanstone, Cynthia Kennedy, Robert McEwen, Jill Gowdey, André Marceau and Annie Caron