Hall of Fame

Frances Flint

Connie Klassen

Frances Flint · Connie Klassen

2026 Hall of Fame Inductees

The CATA Hall of Fame celebrates extraordinary individuals whose dedication have helped shape, strengthen, and elevate both the Association and the Athletic Therapy profession. This year’s distinguished inductees represent a legacy of leadership, passion, and enduring impact whose contributions continue to influence and inspire the future of the field. Read more here.

George Borden Exchange Bursary

Becky Swan

Supports members collaborating with Athletic Therapists outside of Canada and promoting international exchange of ideas.

The bursary prize is funded by Mr. George Borden, a retired Athletic Trainer and long-time friend of the the CATA whose passion is the promotion of international exchange of ideas and skill sets between Athletic Trainers and Athletic Therapists around the world.

Merit Award

Émilie Audette

Recognizes members that have saved a life or performed an outstanding emergency service. Read Émilie's story here.

Research Grant

Meagan Tocher

This award recognizes and provides funding to a CATA member who wishes to pursue research in a topic area that will have direct benefit to the field of Athletic Therapy.

Scholarship Award

Sabrina-Desia Suppa

Recognizes Athletic Therapy skills, academic success, and potential for leadership within the profession.

Student Leadership Awards

Recognizes excellence in the classroom, as well as leadership within academic programs and the broader community.

Jack Gidman

Acadia University

Jenna Peterson

Camosun College

Alexa Raelson

Concordia University

Rory Stadler

Mount Royal University

Jessica Watson

Sheridan College

Alexis Parent

Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières

Naomi Hudson

University of Manitoba

Jadeline-Hope Borja

University of Winnipeg

Sabrina-Desia Suppa

York University

Writing Award

Recognizes unpublished, original articles in one of two categories: Review Article and Research Article.

Research Article Winner: Sarah Bohunicky

Beyond Group Means: Individual Responsiveness to Moderate and Maximal Pectoral Static Stretch Intensities

Review Article Winner: Alyssa Morris

Anxiety before Injury: A Key Factor in Recovery Outcomes for Youth Athletes with Sports-Related Concussions

Long Time Member Recognition Award

This award recognizes our long-standing members - individuals whose dedication to the profession have spanned decades. This year, we proudly honour those who reached the significant milestone of 25 years of membership in 2026.

Volunteer Appreciation Award

The Volunteer Appreciation Award recognizes members who have dedicated their time and energy to the association through service and leadership. This year, we recognize all volunteers whose terms have concluded or will conclude in 2026, including those who will continue in renewed roles.