2024 Daisy Award winners

Rebecca Bierbrier – RN award

“One of Rebecca's most remarkable qualities is her exceptional leadership. She leads by example, demonstrating integrity, empathy, and resilience in every situation. Her ability to remain calm under pressure and make sound decisions inspires confidence and trust among her peers and superiors alike. Rebecca's inclusive approach fosters a supportive work environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed… Rebecca consistently goes above and beyond her role, embodying the true spirit of nursing excellence. Her unwavering willingness to lend a helping hand to her colleagues sets her apart as a shining example of compassion and teamwork in our healthcare community.”

Katerina Leung – RN award

“We are constantly in awe of Katerina's advocacy skills and her determination to give a voice to our clients and their families. She pays close attention to social determinants of health and issues of equity and works with a team approach to ensure all aspects of care needs are addressed. Her strength in her communication skills allows her to skillfully communicate with both families and other care providers to ensure smooth collaborative care. … She is a phenomenal nurse who provides outstanding care, kindness, professionalism, attention to detail and advocacy in all the work she does.”

Neelam Walji-Jivraj – RN award

“Neelam is an absolutely vital part of our Psychopharmacology clinic - without her support and expertise it will be impossible to provide the kind of efficient and tailored care that we are able to provide. She embodies the Holland Bloorview values of "care that is agile" and "care that is socially accountable." Neelam is an expert in obtaining clinically- and psychosocially-relevant information from families who are often in highly complex circumstances. She goes above and beyond to meet families at their level and support them and their child in accessing timely care” 

Wintana Gebreab – RN award

“One of Wintana's most commendable qualities is her remarkable ability to collaborate effectively within the healthcare team. She is a true team player who is always willing to lend a helping hand to her colleagues, whether it be assisting a family in need, supporting fellow clinicians, or offering guidance to other nurses. Her willingness to share her knowledge and expertise has greatly contributed to the success of our unit and has fostered a sense of camaraderie among team members…Wintana is a shining example of what it means to be a compassionate, dedicated, and skilled nurse.”