Hall Of Fame

Award Criteria   Entry Form 

Inductees:  2010 2009 2007 2005 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996

Passion and Dedication

To understand the success of the Canadian credit union system one needs only to look to our co-operative principles and the individuals who carry out these values in their professional and personal lives.  To exemplify excellence, an individual must be; an inspiring leader, a passionate advocate for the system here in Canada and/or internationally, a positive promoter for the credit union system, and a true representative of the co-operative spirit.  The Credit Union Central of Canada Hall of Fame Award identifies these individuals, congratulates them for their tireless contribution, and honours them for their achievements.

A win for the credit union system

The individuals nominated for the Credit Union Central of Canada Hall of Fame Award need no award to display their passion and dedication.  However, their accomplishments are important to share through the system, as well as, their example of leadership is important to communicate.  These leaders inspire us to live out the co-operative principles and motivate us to continue to make improvements to better our system.  When we recognize our system leaders and celebrate all that they have contributed, the entire credit union system wins!

Share with us

Think about the individual in your organization who has shown excellence in leadership in Canada and/or internationally.  What outstanding accomplishments do they have that demonstrate their commitment and passion to the credit union system?  Candidates must be nominated by credit union and/or provincial Central Award Committees and/or Boards of Directors.  Please send supporting documentation along with your entry form.

To find out more about the Hall of Fame Award, please contact:

Edith Wilkinson
Awards Organizer
Credit Union Central of Canada
Email: wilkinsone@cucentral.com
Phone: (416) 232-3421

2009 Hall of Fame Award ... A Special Tribute for Outstanding Service

Howard Bogach, Ontario

Howard Bogach was a strong voice for the credit union system in Canada for more than 20 years.

Biography and Photo

2007 Hall of Fame Award ... A Special Tribute for Outstanding Service

Wayne A. Nygren, British Columbia
Wayne Nygren inspired leadership and was a living example of what the co-operative principles represent.

Biography and Photo

2005 Hall of Fame Award...A Special Tribute for Outstanding Service

George Elwood Harvey, Saskatchewan
Elwood Harvey has promoted and enriched the credit union system and has also been active in the co-operative movement.
Biography & Photo

The Reverend Dr. J. D. Nelson MacDonald, Nova Scotia
Dr. J. D. Nelson MacDonald was a great friend to Nova Scotia’s credit unions right up until the time of his death in 1988.
Biography & Photo

Jonathan Guss, Ontario
During many years of dedicated service to the co-operative sector, Jonathan Guss provided visionary and inspiring leadership to credit unions and affiliated organizations.
Biography & Photo

2003 Hall of Fame Award...A Special Tribute for Outstanding Service

Jack Craig, Ontario
Mr. Craig provided visionary leadership within the credit union system at the local, provincial and national levels.
Biography & Photo

Ralph Burtt, New Brunswick
For the past 59 years Mr.Burtt has worked for the co-operative and credit union movements in the province of New Brunswick, throughout other regions of this country and internationally.
Biography & Photo

2002 Hall of Fame Award...A Special Tribute for Outstanding Service

Al Charbonneau, Ontario
Mr. Charbonneau began his career in 1959 when he was named general manager of the Saskatchewan Credit Union League.
Biography & Photo

Peter Mykulak, Ontario
Mr. Mykulak was past President of the Council of Ukrainian Credit Unions of Canada and First Vice-President of the World Council of Ukrainian Credit Unions.
Biography & Photo

Stan Scarr, Manitoba
Mr. Scarr has dedicated the past 40 years as a board member of the Winnipeg Police Credit Union, serving as its President since 1976.
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L. John Vinek, Saskatchewan
Mr. Vinek began his 37-year credit union career at Coronach Credit Union in 1962.
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