Runway of Recognition
Thorold's Runway of Recognition Awards are a community led initiate to honour and celebrate the names and deeds of those individuals whose athletic abilities have brought fame to themselves and their community and of those individuals whose interest in and work for sport has resulted in a climate which benefited athletes and athletics. Learn more about the Runway of Recognition Constitution.
Want to nominate someone?
Click on the button below and fill out the online form before May 1, 2025. Up to ten inductees are selected on an annual basis. Inductees will be presented with a plaque for their recognition.
Open the Door Scholarship Program
The White Family Foundation funds the Open Door Scholarship Program to bring equal educational opportunities for exemplary student-athletes from the City of Thorold from all backgrounds to attend college and university without financial barriers.
Two eligible student-athletes will be awarded up to $10,000 annually for up to four years. Applications are due by May 1st, 2025. Click below to view the eligibility requirements.
Induction Ceremony - Save the Date - Monday, June 16th!
Inductees and award winners will be honoured at the Runway of Recognition Induction Ceremony on Monday, June 16, 2025 at Amici's Banquet and Conference Centre. Family, friends, residents and community members will be invited to purchase tickets to attend the event soon!
Nomination Criteria
Community members can nominate an individual or sports team to receive an award. To be eligible to receive the nomination, nominees must fit one of the following criteria:
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Congratulations to our 2024 Inductees and Award Recipients
They were honoured on June 10, 2024 at John Michaels Banquet Hall.
Runway Inductees:
Gary Mills (Athlete – Skeet Shooting)
Nicole Venditti (Athlete – Rowing)
Sean Bentivoglio (Athlete – Hockey)
Andrew Bosco (Builder – Figure Skating)
Bob Elliott (Builder – Runway of Recognition)
Award Winners:
Team of the Year: Scorpions Cheer Team
Irene McInnes Female Athlete of the Year: Grace Pyatt – Volleyball
Wilfrid Slater Male Athlete of the Year: TJ Woods – Track & Field
Daryl Mahler Coaching Excellence Award: Mike Bolibruck – Hockey
Albert Ciancio Memorial ‘Friend of Sport’ Award: Linda Saldarelli
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