At Lambton College, we want to take the time to recognize our graduates and share our Alumni stories. If you know a graduate with a great story to tell, we'd love to hear about it.
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Premier's Awards
The Premier’s Awards are a great way to celebrate Ontario's outstanding college graduates by recognizing the tremendous social and economic contributions they make to our province, country and the world.
Presented annually, the Premier’s Awards recognize graduates in the following categories:
- Entrepreneurship and Economic Development
- Workforce and Skilled Trades Advancement
- Health Care and Community Well-being
- Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Innovation
- Community Advancement
- Bilingual Impact and Innovation
- Cultural and Creative Achievement
Awards Nominees
Premier Award Category: Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Innovation
Program: Microsoft Certified Engineer Program
A 2002 graduate of the Microsoft Certified Engineer Program at Lambton College, Aaron Weir is now the CEO & Founder of Leadwave Technologies, transforming IT across Southwestern Ontario. Since 2006, he has led the company from a basement start-up to a regional IT leader, serving 30+ cities within Ontario and multiple U.S. states. His impact includes strategic mergers, proactive IT service delivery, and deep investment in talent development.
Premier Award Category: Workforce and Skilled Trades Advancement
Program: Welding Techniques
Brian Duquette is a transformative leader in the Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) industry, known for innovation, safety, and community impact. As Founder and President of Interface Testing Services, he has grown the company to serve over 427 clients. Brian’s efforts have expanded the NDT workforce in Lambton County by 380%, creating over 100 skilled jobs. His education in welding laid the foundation for his success, blending technical excellence with visionary entrepreneurship.
Premier Award Category: Health Care and Community Well-being
Program: Nursing
Jane is a transformative healthcare leader and Vice President of Clinical Support Services and Chief Nursing Executive at Bluewater Health. She has advanced healthcare quality, workforce development, and patient-centered care through strategic leadership and data-driven innovation. Known for emotional intelligence, cultural humility, and systems thinking, she empowers inclusive, high-performing teams that drive measurable improvements in healthcare delivery and patient experience.
Premier Award Category: Entrepreneurship and Economic Development
Program: Advanced Diploma, Business Administration & Management
Kim-Ann is a business strategist, entrepreneur, and community leader redefining marketing education for underrepresented entrepreneurs across Canada. As founder of Marketing Defined, she has supported over 5,000 entrepreneurs through culturally relevant, faith-integrated programs. A speaker, mentor, and co-designer of national training programs, she also co-owns Edmonton’s first Jamaican grocery store. With a Business Administration background and national recognition, Kim-Ann champions inclusive entrepreneurship through mentorship, youth development, and equity-driven leadership.
Premier Award Category: Cultural and Creative Achievement
Program: Media Fundamentals
Phyllis is a transformative leader in Indigenous community and economic development, with over 35 years of impact. She has supported over 200 community-owned businesses and led initiatives that blend traditional Indigenous values with modern enterprise. As General Manager of Tecumseh Community Development Corporation, she secures funding, mentors youth and fosters sustainable growth. Phyllis champions reconciliation, cultural pride, and education.