Hockey Canada Awards

Female Breakthrough Award


Hockey Canada proudly recognizes an individual for their outstanding leadership and contribution to the advancement of female hockey. Nominees originate from fields of coaching, officiating, research, administration, marketing, promotion or events/special projects.

Year Award Winner Hometown
2023 Julie Bédard Montréal, Que.
2022 Kim Paull Winnipeg, Man.
2021 Danièle Sauvageau Quebec City, Que.
2020 Pascal Dufresne Quebec City, Que
2019 Caroline Ouellette Montreal, Que.
2018 Barry Wisener Cole Harbour, N.S.
2017 Nancy Macmillan O'Leary, P.E.I.
2016 Lori Williams Woodmans Point, N.B.
2015 Josée Lebel Montreal, Que.
2014 David Peterson Calgary, Alta.
2013 Karen Hughes Scarborough, Ont.
2012 Karen Kost Edmonton, Alta.
2011 Laurie Taylor-Boulton Barrie, Ont.
2010 Julianne Fuller Inuvik, N.W.T.
2009 Cathy Phillips Dundas, Ont.
2008 Dawn Moase Chelton, P.E.I.
2007 Hazel McCallion Mississauga, Ont.
2006 Shirley Cameron Edmonton, Alta.
2005 Angela James Richmond Hill, Ont.
2004 Orville Acres Pinawa, Man.
2003 Glynis Peters Chelsea, Que.
2002 Byron Stephen Calgary, Alta.
2001 Marina Zenk Orleans, Ont.
2000 Susan Dalziel Borden-Carlton, P.E.I.
1999 Karen Wallace Surrey, B.C.
1998 Fran Rider Mississauga, Ont.
Photos
Videos
2025 Great Assist Golf Tournament (Gallery 3)
In true “only at Hockey Canada” fashion, every group had the rare chance to share the fairways with Team Canada athletes—creating an unforgettable experience for everyone involved.
2025 Great Assist Golf Tournament (Gallery 2)
hanks to the generosity of our participants and partners, the tournament raised more than $500,000, helping ensure more kids have the chance to experience everything hockey has to offer. The day was highlighted by not only great scores, but a renewed sense of purpose: continuing to make hockey accessible to all, no matter the barriers.
2025 Great Assist Golf Tournament (Gallery 1)
Athletes, donors and families came together in Kananaskis to celebrate five years of the Assist Fund.
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