Twelve Newfoundland and Labrador Seniors Honoured with 2026 Seniors of Distinction Awards

Twelve seniors from across Newfoundland and Labrador were recognized for their contributions to their communities during the 2026 Seniors of Distinction Awards ceremony held Thursday in St. John’s.

The awards were presented by Tony Wakeham and Craig Pardy at a luncheon hosted at the Emera Innovation Exchange.

Presented annually, the Seniors of Distinction Awards recognize current or former residents of Newfoundland and Labrador aged 50 and older who have made significant contributions to their communities through volunteerism, leadership and service.

This year’s recipients are:

• Kathryn Atkin, Conception Bay South

• E. Fred Cram, Old Perlican

• Mary Ennis, St. John’s

• Pheobe Farr, Carter’s Cove

• Amy Farrell, Marystown

• Barry Fordham, St. John’s

• Alfreda Hopkins, Old Perlican

• Mildred Lavers, Port Saunders

• Glenn Ford Ploughman, George’s Brook-Milton

• Sevtap Savas, St. John’s

• Herman Augustus Walters, St. John’s

• Malcolm “Max” Winters, Happy Valley-Goose Bay (posthumously)

  
  

According to the provincial government, 33 seniors from communities throughout Newfoundland and Labrador were nominated for the 2026 awards.

The awards celebrate individuals whose efforts have helped strengthen communities and improve the lives of those around them.