CHUM 104.5 morning show co-host and media personality Marilyn Denis, CBC/Radio-Canada President Catherine Tait, and Directors Guild of Canada (DGC) Ontario Executive Director Victoria Harding are among this year’s WIFT (Women in Film + Television) Toronto Crystal Awards honourees.
Established in 1988, the Crystal Awards are an annual tribute to those making significant contributions to Canada’s screen-based media industry, recognizing creativity, innovation, leadership, and a commitment to mentoring the next generation of industry creators and leaders.
Denis will be honoured with the Creative Excellence Award, while Tait will receive the Jury Award of Distinction. Harding will be recognized for Outstanding Achievement in Business.
Actress Missy Peregrym, known for her roles on ABC/Global’s Rookie Blue and CBS’ FBI, will receive the International Achievement honour.
Neishaw Ali, Founding Partner, President, and Executive Producer, at Toronto and Atlanta-based visual effects studio, SPIN VFX, is this year’s Innovation Trailblazer.
Toronto-based unscripted television producer and director Margot Daley will be recognized in the Mentorship category.
The winners will be recognized at a gala luncheon on Nov. 22 at the Fairmont Royal York Hotel.
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