Thursday, September 25, 2014

The Industry has Voted!

Congratulations to the 2014 Summit Award finalists and thank you to all of you who took the time to vote.  We are also delighted to highlight four of our PIJAC Canada members who are among the contenders:  Sybille Brochu (Ellibys Puppies), Rodney Habib (Planet Paws Pet Essentials), Amy Pawson (Petland Canada) and Brenda Kozub (Tisol Pet Nutrition and Supply)

The top two nominees in each category are awarded a scholarship to attend the Summit for Urban Animal Strategies in Lake Louise.  The winners will be announced at the Gala on Friday October 24th.

Retailer of the Year
Homes Alive Pet Centre - Evan Ropp
Tisol Pet Nutrition and Supply - Brenda Kozub
Breeder of the Year
Sybille Brochu - Ellibys Puppies
Colette Francis - Pooch Palace Kennels

Communicator of the Year
Rodney Habib - Planet Paws Pet Essentials
Karen Ramsden - Langara College

Collaborators
Amy Pawson (Petland) & Erica Coomber (Alberta Animal Services)
Margaret Slater (ASPCA) & Stephanie McDonald (Edmonton Humane Society)

Community  
Bonnie Isenberg - Fort St. John Animal Control
Kathy Powelson - Paws For Hope


Distinguished Service Provider
Petsmart Charities - Stephanie Kerr
Playful Paws INC - Heather Brown

Homing Provider 
Capital Regional District Victoria, B.C. - Don Brown
New York City Animal Care and Control - Risa Weinstock

Individual Achievement
Erica Coomber - Alberta Animal Services
Betsy Saul - Heal House Call Veterinarian

Pet Owner of the Year
Candace McLaren
Susan Thixton 

Sheltering Provider
Klassic Kennels - Jim DeBoon
New Brunswick SPCA - Hilary Howes

Health & Wellness 
Cat Healthy Canada - Liz O'Brien
Paws Fur Thought - Medric Cousineau

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