Edmonton, August 23, 2022 — Canadian Parents for French conferred the CPF Awards of Recognition 2022 to three individuals that have rendered significant service to the organization.

Every two years CPF formally recognizes individuals that have demonstrated dedication to the organization’s mission, vision and values through leadership, advocacy and collaboration within their respective communities and across Canada. These individuals, often noted by their positive influence on others, have also made significant contributions to advancing bilingualism and French as a second language education. The CPF Awards of Recognition 2022 were presented during the 46th Annual General Meeting in Edmonton, AB.

The 2022 deserving recipients are

  • Nancy McKeraghan, Past President of CPF National, is the recipient of the CPF Distinguished Life Membership for her longstanding service of more than 40 years at all levels of the organization: Chapter (local), Branch (provincial) and National. As a long-time FSL advocate in Ontario, she has committed countless hours to CPF in governance, advocacy and policy development. She has guided and motivated other parent advocates in advancing FSL education and bilingualism.

 

  • Nancy Taylor of British Columbia, recipient of the CPF National Volunteer Award, for her leadership throughout the years helping French flourish in the province. She has led the CPF British Columbia & Yukon Branch with passion, a persevering spirit of collaboration and willingness to step in and offer her support.

 

  • Karen Pozniak, Executive Director of Canadian Parents for French Saskatchewan recipient of the CPF J. Elmer Hynes Staff Excellence in Leadership Award, for her personal commitment to lead CPF SK and delivering on its mandate, her contributions to the organization at the national scope by participating at committees, and for her continued success running high-quality programs.

“Congratulations to all three recipients, it is with committed individuals like you that we can fulfill our mission of advancing FSL education in Canada. We remain grateful for our volunteers and professional staff as we rely on them to deliver quality programs, advocate for French as a second language and be our first point of contact with parents and students,” said Derrek Bentley, CPF National President.

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Canadian Parents for French is a nationwide, research-informed, volunteer organization that represents 35,000 members across Canada and champions the opportunity to learn and use French for all those who call Canada home.