Maureen Shaw Safety Legacy Award

In honour of Maureen Shaw, this award was created to recognize emerging leaders who demonstrate exceptional passion and dedication to advancing workplace health and safety.
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Award Requirements & Guidelines

Eligibility

Awarded to any individual working at a MSABC member* or OSSE certified organization.

Criteria

This award recognizes an emerging health and safety leader who demonstrates exceptional commitment, passion, and dedication to improving workplace health and safety.

Nominations

Self-nominations are not accepted. Others may submit supporting nominations, but the primary nomination must come from someone inside the nominee’s organization.

Nominations Open

Submit a Nomination

Nominate an emerging health and safety leader whose passion, dedication, and commitment to creating safer workplaces reflect the legacy of Maureen Shaw.

Additional Information

All nominees will be contacted for additional information to supplement the nomination.

* We may also reach out to the nominator for additional information.

Review & Selection

All nominations will be reviewed and a short list of finalists determined by an external judging committee. Judges will interview all finalists to determine a winner.

Past Award Winners & Finalists

2026

Maureen Shaw Safety Legacy Award Winner

Sandra Tanemura

Food Safety & Health and Safety Manager, Western Canada Andrew Peller Limited

Award Finalists

Roemarr Bryan

Production, Health and Safety Manager, Liberty Tire Recycling Canada

Benjamin Laborde

SHES Specialist, Lead Digital Solutions, Orica Digital Solutions

Who would you like to nominate?