Awards and Recognition Program

Recognizing individuals who have made an outstanding contribution to the professions of speech-language pathology and audiology.

The 2025-2026 Awards nominations are now closed.

Each year, SAC recognizes and celebrates individuals who have made significant contributions to the association or the professions of speech-language pathology and audiology.

The professions of speech-language pathology and audiology are constantly growing and advancing, and this couldn’t be done without the tireless work of speech-language pathologists, audiologists and communication health assistants. 

Speech-Language & Audiology Canada (SAC) recognizes the immense contribution our members and associates make to their professions and communities, and we want to celebrate this dedication and determination. 

SAC needs your help to recognize individuals who have made an outstanding contribution to the professions of speech-language pathology and audiology. Do you know a deserving colleague or fellow professional who goes above and beyond to contribute to their profession?

There is also the option for self-nominations. If you believe you’ve made an outstanding contribution, or know someone who has, apply with a letter of support from a colleague to shine a light on these exceptional efforts. 

All nominees must be SAC members or associates.

Nominate someone for an SAC award!

Congratulations to the 2025-2026 SAC Awards Recipients

Eve Kassirer
Lifetime Achievement Award
1
Deidre Sperry

M.Sc., S-LP(C) Reg. CASLPO Reg. NLCHP

André Lafargue
Mentorship
Award
2
Kelly E. Root

M.Sc., S-LP(C)-Reg

Speech-Language Pathologist
of the Year
4
Teresa Valenzano-Hacker

PhD, SLP(C), Reg. CASLPO

Communication Health Assistant Award of Excellence
3
Jessica Hansen

CDA & Co-Founder of Sing Play Say

Historical List of SAC Award Winners

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