by michelle-lee : The 16 individuals to be honored at the 29th Harry Jerome Awards, presented by the Black Business and Professional Association, were announced March 15th at the Royal Bank Plaza. The Awards will be held April 30th at the Toronto Congress Centre.
2011 Winners:
Academics: Michelle McFarlane
Athletics: Keneca Pingue-Giles
Arts: Kayla Perrin
Business: Isaac Olowolafe
Community Service: Ileen Pat Howell
Entertainment: Muhtadi Thomas
Health Sciences: Dr. Upton Allen
Leadership LaShawn Murray
Media: Moses Mawa
Lifetime Achievement: Bromley Armstrong
President’s Award: Raymond Chang
Professional Excellence: Chief Warrant Officer Kevin Junior
Technology & Innovation: Dr. John Akabutu
Trailblazer Award: Dr. Daurene Lewis
Young Entrepreneur: Jade Jager Clark
A Diversity Award was included this year and was won by: John Tory, Broadcaster, Former Progresive Conservative Leader