Thank you to everyone who attended the 2017 Laurel Awards on September 13th. From the 48 nominated programs, the winners are: GOLD: Little Warriors Little Warriors Prevent It! Taking Action to Stop Child Sexual Abuse Workshop SILVER: DiscoverE DiscoverE Workshops, Clubs, Camps and Special Events BRONZE: Cultural Connections Institute – The Learning Exchange Basic English Program (BEL program) – ESL in the community STAFF CHOICE: Valley Zoo Development Society Urban Farm; Nature’s Wild Backyard AUDIENCE CHOICE: Stollery Children’s Hospital Foundation Stollery Superstars Program To celebrate 100 years of continuous legal practice, in 1994 Duncan Craig LLP developed the Laurel Awards. The program recognizes the innovation, creativity, achievements and success of Edmonton area not-for-profit organizations. The keynote speaker, Dr. David Turpin, President and Vice Chancellor of the University of Alberta, presented the Gold Laurel Award, Speaker of the House, Robert E. Wanner presented the Silver Laurel Award and City Councillor Dave Loken presented the Bronze Laurel Award.