The Northern Lights Aero Foundation (NLAF) announced this year’s recipients of the prestigious “Elsie” award, recognizing Canadian women who have made a significant contribution to aviation or aerospace.
The award, named after aviation pioneer and human rights activist, Elsie Gregory MacGill, recognizes outstanding women across seven categories.
“The 2025 ‘Elsie’ recipients represent the diversity of the industry-wide roles in which women are natural leaders and role models who inspire and support their colleagues to excel in aviation and aerospace. We look forward to celebrating their achievements at our 16th Elsie gala,” says Lynne McMullen, President of the Northern Lights Aero Foundation.
The 2025 award recipients are:
For further information about the award recipients, visit the website.
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