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This year we look forward to celebrating the accomplishments of our alumni and former board members. NEC will honour five people who are making a difference in the lives of Indigenous people. Award winners are highly respected, innovative, dedicated professionals in their career, volunteer or advocacy roles in the community.
This award recognizes the accomplishments achieved by an NEC alumni member who has demonstrated outstanding academic performance from the most recent year of the program
This award is named after Wanda Bolton, a former NEC Program Coordinator who was a passionate advocate and teacher who continuously demonstrated excellence in community service. This award recognizes NEC graduates who share their unique and important contributions in the community
This award is named after George Manuel, the influential Grand Chief who made a significant difference in how Indigenous people are considered at the National and International level. This award recognizes NEC graduates who excelled in successfully achieving higher post-secondary education
This award is named after Gertrude Guerin, one of the founding members of NEC that began the organization with a vision to have a place for Indigenous people to begin their learning journey. This award recognizes a former NEC Board Member who strives toward empowering Indigenous people.
This award is named after Chief Joe Mathias, the former Chief of Squamish Nation worked towards having Indigenous Rights and Title recognized by the federal and provincial governments. This award recognizes NEC graduates who exemplify leadership in their careers and communities.