Builder of the year 2023
In recognition of its financial contribution to Hope for Dementia and for its support for our annual fund raising gala, RBC Royal Bank is the recipient of the Builder of the Year 2023 Award.
Anne No, Managing Director, RBCx accepted the award on behalf or RBC Royal Bank.
Corporations and individuals donating between $5,000 and $25,000 are classified as Builders.
Ambassador
From Day 1, Mr. Mohammed Barkat has stood with Hope for Dementia, amplifying the message and mission to promote and protect the cognitive health of our aging population.
Mr. Barkat has, without hesitation, year after year, rallied the support and contribution of his social and professional networks to build visibility and to raise funds for Hope for Dementia. He continues to be Hope for Dementia’s best Ambassador.
Collaborator of the year 2023
The Echelon Partners Foundation is the recipient of the 2023 Collaborator of the Year Award.
The Foundation raised over $60,000 by encouraging its employees, customers, brokers and stakeholders to participate in a silent auction and fundraising Impact day.
Erin McKee, Vice-President, Wealth Services and Insurance, Echelon Wealth Partners, received the prize on behalf of the Foundation.
Volunteer of the year 2023
Ms. Luana Borelli, has made an outstanding contribution as a volunteer in 2023. Through her efforts, she has on-boarded her husband and her daughter to rally the support of Echelon Partners and Royal West Academy to raise funds for Hope for Dementia.
In both events, Luana ensured that educational material on dementia prevention was discussed and distributed.