September 9, 2025
Education News Canada

CONESTOGA COLLEGE
2024 Alumni of Distinction announced

September 9, 2025

Eleven outstanding Conestoga graduates have been recognized for contributions to their professions and communities with a 2024 Alumni of Distinction award. 


Eleven outstanding Conestoga graduates have been recognized with a 2024 Alumni of Distinction award.

The annual recognition celebrates the achievements and impacts of Conestoga's alumni as well as their commitment to excellence. Chosen by a nomination process, recipients demonstrate professional success, significant contributions to their industry or community and exceptional leadership. Conestoga has been honouring outstanding graduates as Alumni of Distinction since 1997.

"Each of this year's Alumni of Distinction recipients exemplifies the values of excellence, leadership and community impact," said Melissa Kelly, associate director, Alumni Experience. "Their professional and personal contributions demonstrate a commitment to growth and are marked by a rare combination of creativity, passion and perseverance that continues to inspire those around them. We are proud to celebrate their achievements that span industries and borders."

This year's recipients are impacting communities that include Conestoga campuses, as well as across Canada and around the world.

2024 Alumni of Distinction:

  • Jessica Bernard, Respiratory Therapy, 2015
  • Jason Bonikowsky, Police Foundations, 2001
  • Jon Cassaubon, Rennovation Technician, 2011
  • Antonia Goga, Digital Imaging, 2009; Graphic Design, 2013
  • Michelle Labine, Social Services, 1998
  • Connie MacDonald, Public Relations, 2005
  • Micheal Mooney, Civil Engineering Technology, 2009
  • Mohan Naraine, Computer Programmer/Analyst, 1984
  • Vikki Schlonies, Health Care Aide, 1997; WIST Pre-Apprenticeship Carpenter General, 2005; Plumber (Apprenticeship), 2009
  • Cathy Snyder, Human Resources, 2010
  • Megan Walker, Practical Nursing, 2020

Full profiles of the 2024 Alumni of Distinction recipients are available on the Alumni website.

Conestoga's more than 225,000 graduates are known around the world and in our community for their drive, talent and entrepreneurial spirit, using their knowledge and skills to launch successful careers and impact their industries and communities. Visit the Alumni website to learn more.

For more information

Conestoga College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning
299 Doon Valley Drive
Kitchener Ontario
Canada N2G 4M4
www.conestogac.on.ca/


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