Manitoba Mosaic Awards 2025

Celebrating the People Who Make Manitoba Stronger

The Manitoba Mosaic Awards honour newcomers, immigrants, refugees and community champions whose leadership, compassion, and creativity help build a more inclusive and welcoming province.

Each award recognizes people and organizations who are making a meaningful impact–whether by sparking change, building bridges, supporting others, or creating opportunity.

Nominations are now closed.


Community Spark Award

Recognizing inspiring leadership by a newcomer, immigrant, or refugee.
This award honours individuals who are igniting change through leadership, advocacy, volunteerism, or creative efforts that bring people together and strengthen community life.

Award Recipients:
  • Serena Aguinaldo
  • Abdikheir Ahmed

Honourees:

  • Shereen Denetto
  • Margaret von Lau

Young Bridge Builder Award

Celebrating newcomer youth (ages 14-29) who connect communities.
This award shines a light on young leaders who are creating understanding and inclusion across cultures and generations–whether in schools, neighbourhoods, online, or beyond.

Award Recipients:
  • Oyinda Alaka
  • Avinashpall Singh

Honouree:

  • Mathew Joseph

Newcomer Trailblazer Award

Honouring bold innovation and community leadership.
This award celebrates newcomers who are creating new paths forward–whether by launching a business, leading a project, or mentoring others–while overcoming barriers and inspiring change.

Award Recipients:
  • Seid Oumer Ahmed
  • Neal Singh Dhillon

Honourees:

  • Jerome Bonyoma
  • Monybuny Abraham Chuol
  • Oliver Cabading

Welcoming Community Champion Award

Recognizing individuals, organizations, or businesses who go above and beyond to support newcomers.
This award honours those creating inclusive spaces, programs, and opportunities where newcomers feel seen, supported, and empowered to thrive.

Individual Award Recipient:
  • Hector Argueta

Honouree:

  • Omar Rahimi
Community Award Recipient:
  • The Peaceful Village Inc.

Honouree:

  • North West Regional Immigrant Services
Business Award Recipient:
  • Bliss Gourmet Baked Goods

Honouree:

  • Brothers Millings Inc.

Heart of the Community Award

Honouring heroes whose kindness and service bring people together.
This award recognizes a newcomer, immigrant, or refugee who leads with empathy and has become a pillar of support and connection in their community.

Award Recipients:
  • Nina Condo
  • Marinel Santos


If you have questions about the nomination process, contact ManitobaMosaic@manitoba.ca.