100 ABC Honourees

Sarah Onyango (Ottawa, Ontario)

A community radio and television Host and Producer, and long-time advocate for Ottawa-Gatineau’s Black Communities To the next Generation: “Be proud of your Black identity! Don’t let others limit or ...

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Salome Bey (Toronto, Ontario)

Singer, Actor, Playwright, Activist and Mentor To the next Generation: “I lift my voice with pride wherever I choose I sing cause I paid my dues I sing to celebrate ...

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Dr. Rosemary Moodie (Toronto, Ontario)

A Physician, Mother, Mentor and an Advocate for women and girls. To the next Generation: “Challenge ceilings and barriers. Do not be afraid to test your own limits, and then ...

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Rita Burke (Toronto, Ontario)

Adult Educator To the next Generation: “Pursue education with a passion.  Keep looking for ways around obstacles…because there will be many challenges and as many solutions.”

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Rachel Décoste (Orléans, Ontario)

A Political Force, Pundit and unwavering Advocate for equality for all. To the next Generation: “Stand on the right side of history, even if you’re standing alone. Be aware of ...

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Princess Alexander (Toronto, Ontario)

A Game Changer, Social Entrepreneur, President & Founder, Alexander Learmond. To the next Generation: “Consider entrepreneurship early in your career as it is indispensable for family well-being, societal and economic ...

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Pauline Wisdom-Gilliam (Toronto, Ontario)

Registered Dietitian and Nutritionist providing nutrition education, counselling and mentorship at Sunnybrook Odette Cancer Centre and in the African Canadian and broader community for 30 years To the next Generation: ...

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Patricia Glouden (Toronto, Ontario)

Retired Banker and Community Volunteer To the next Generation: “Work hard and embrace any opportunity presented to you. Travel and explore the world. Help others and share your knowledge. Look ...

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Dr. Pamela Appelt (Toronto, Ontario)

I am a retired Citizenship Court Judge and a Community Volunteer. To the next Generation: “Engage in voluntary and community work. Build on the love and advice of the ancestors ...

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Olubusola Kolade (Toronto, Ontario)

A Teacher with Toronto District School Board and Founder of Ornaments of Grace and Virtue Organisation (advancing the education of girls at all levels). To the next Generation: “Compete against ...

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