OPBA is pleased to announce a new award, the Judy Wilson Emerging Leader Award.
This award, which was announced at the 2023 OPBA conference, celebrates and recognizes public procurement professional members of the Ontario Public Buyers Association (OPBA) who have made significant contributions to the field of public procurement in Canada within the first seven (7) years of their career. These individuals exhibit leadership qualities within their roles and communities as well as within the association and the profession itself.
Any person in any role can demonstrate leadership. The late Judy Wilson was a prominent and well-respected partner at Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP (Blakes), who was known for her support and mentorship of new lawyers and for sharing her passion for public procurement law. She recognized leadership qualities in others, helped them see those qualities in themselves, and encouraged aspiring leaders to aim higher. This award stands as a tribute to her legacy.
Award Recognition:
Judy Wilson Emerging Leader 2024 recipient will receive:
- $1,000 award from Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP (Blakes)
- one (1) complimentary OPBA membership for the following membership year.
- one (1) complimentary registration for the current year’s OPBA annual conference.
- recognition at the annual awards event, typically held at the annual conference.
- recognition on the OPBA website and social media.
Application Deadline:
All completed nominations must be received by May 30, 4:00pm.
For information:
More information about the award, including the link to the nomination form, can be found on the OPBA website under the About Us tab and by clicking here.
This inaugural award is generously sponsored by:
