The Lion Heart Awards

Do You know an unsung youth work hero?

Nominations for the 2025 Lion Heart Awards will open on May 20.

Nominate a Youth Worker Here. (Coming Soon)

Past Winners

2024
Youth Leadership Award~JorJa Dugas (Noah Strong)
Innovative Youth Programs Award~Allison Green (Tartan Theater)
Education Excellence Award~Albina Lavictoire (Nibissing S.S)
Mentorship Excellance Award ~Aimee Lafrance- West Nipissing Dreamcatchers
Community Leadership Award~First Team 1305 Robotics

Overall Winner ~ Dawn Ellen Valois
(We renamed this award to the Dawn Ellen Valois Memorial Award. Dawn was a staunch supporter of Gateway & Nick's Place. She passed shortly after winning this award and we felt it fitting her legacy carry on. We miss Dawn's spirit and love but throughout the gallery you will find subtle reminders of her presence.)
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