Every award-winning moment
reveals years of dedication.
This week, we honour outstanding
members from across Ontario.
For over 40 years OPA members have
celebrated the achievements of their
peers through the OPA Awards.
Nobody gets up in the morning thinking, ‘today I’m going to win an award.’
Instead, they put their heart and soul into their work to make a change in patients' lives.
Deepha Rodriguez Romuwalt
Physiotherapist
An excerpt from the "InterACTION Online 2021 - Welcome to Our Awards Program" video.
Congratulations to our
2023 award winners!
Venkadesan Rajendran
INNOVATION AND ADVANCEMENT AWARD
This category recognizes trailblazers who have advanced the profession by innovating approaches in clinical practice, research, technology and education.
Andy Wang
LEADERSHIP & ADVOCACY AWARD
This category recognizes exceptional advocates who have increased positive awareness and the value of physiotherapy to the public and/or health care community.
Conner McQueen
STUDENT/NEW GRAD LEADERSHIP AWARD
This category recognizes a member enrolled in an entry-level physiotherapy program or who is in their first year of practice (new grad). Those who stand out as emerging leaders through their involvement in the association and promotion of the profession.
“Frequently leadership involves moving into spaces that weren't occupied before ... and seeing if you can bring some people along with you.”
Stephanie Nixon
Physiotherapist
An excerpt from the "Leadership Project - What is Leadership?" video.
This year, we recognize 3 members for achieving their 50-year membership milestones.
Spotlighting Member Milestones
Previous years’ award winners.
I think there are very brilliant people within the profession, and I have the utmost respect for my colleagues, and the diversity of work that we’re doing in Ontario as well as nation-wide.
Derek Debassige
Physiotherapist
An excerpt from the "Leadership Project - Trailblazer" video.
Together, we make a difference in this world.
As we celebrate excellence and service during challenging times we can see, more than ever, that physiotherapy matters. We are essential to the health of Ontarians. We bring the knowledge, skills and hope to keep people connected with their communities and that makes all the difference.
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For over 40 years OPA members have shown appreciation to peers through the OPA Awards.
Every award-winning moment
reveals years of dedication.
This week, we honour outstanding
members from across Ontario.
For over 40 years OPA members have celebrated the achievements of their peers through the OPA Awards.
Congratulations to our 2023 award winners!
Paulette Gardiner Millar
OPA SPECIAL AWARD - OUTSTANDING LEADERSHIP AWARD
The OPA Board of Directors recognized the outstanding leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic of Paulette Gardiner Millar as President of OPA.
Congratulations to our 2023 award winners!
Dorianne Sauvé
OPA SPECIAL AWARD - OUTSTANDING LEADERSHIP AWARD
The OPA Board of Directors recognized the outstanding leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic of Dorianne Sauvé as CEO of OPA.