Congratulations to our 2026 OPBA Award recipients, recognized at this year’s Annual Conference Awards Dinner in London!
These awards celebrate the leadership, dedication and contributions of OPBA members who are making a difference in the public procurement profession.
Judy Wilson Emerging Leader Award
Congratulations to Kim Froats, CPPB, The Regional Municipality of York, recipient of the 2026 Judy Wilson Emerging Leader Award.
| Judy Wilson Emerging Leader Award Kim Froats, CPPB, The Regional Municipality of York (centre), recipient of the 2026 Judy Wilson Emerging Leader Award, pictured with OPBA Board members Michelle Trudel and Tina Iacoe. |
Proudly sponsored by Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP (Blakes), this award recognizes emerging public procurement professionals who demonstrate leadership, initiative and a commitment to advancing the profession.
Dick Brimmell Award for Best Article
Congratulations to this year’s recipients, recognized for sharing their knowledge and insights with the OPBA community through Caveat Emptor.
- Best Article: Katie Walton, City of Barrie
- Honourable Mention: Joseph Adekale, Toronto Transit Commission (TTC)
 Dick Brimmell Award for Best Article Katie Walton, City of Barrie, recipient of the 2026 Dick Brimmell Award for Best Article. |
 Dick Brimmell Award Honourable Mention Joseph Adekale, Toronto Transit Commission (TTC), recipient of the 2026 Dick Brimmell Award Honourable Mention. |
Thank you to our award recipients for their contributions to public procurement and to all OPBA members who continue to share their expertise, support their peers and strengthen our professional community.