As part of the annual Lieutenant Governors’ Legacy Awards Ceremony, 14 recipients were recognized with two of them being residents of Durham.
The awards honour the legacies of five Lieutenant Governors for their legacy in anti-racism, mental health research, Indigenous literature, accessibility and civic education.
The Legacy Awards include the Lincoln M. Alexander Award, the Hilary M. Weston Scholarship, the James Bartleman Indigenous Youth Creative Writing Award, the David C. Onley Award for Leadership in Accessibility and the Elizabeth Dowdeswell Award for Advancing Democracy Through Education.
Two City of Oshawa residents were named as 2026 Lincoln M. Alexander Award Recipients, said a provincial statement issued yesterday.
They are:
- Jahvaun Green-Chapman, Category: Student. Green-Chapman was cited as an outstanding young leader who has transformed personal adversity into positive action. Through his leadership, advocacy, mentorship and community service, he champions inclusion and opportunity for others. A dedicated scholar, athlete, volunteer and anti-racism advocate, Jahvaun inspires change through service, resilience and compassion.
- Ebiehiremen Rejoice Okonowele, Category: Student. Okonowele is a student leader and advocate who has advanced equity, inclusion and cultural awareness throughout her school and school board. As President of the Black Student Association and a Student Senator, she has led impactful initiatives that celebrate diversity, amplify student voices and foster a stronger sense of belonging for all.
The Lincoln M. Alexander Award is given annually to young leaders who have demonstrated strong leadership in working to fight racial discrimination. Each recipient of the award receives $5,000 and a personalized certificate.
The the third recipients is Kimora Lee Harris-Taylor, Category: Community, from Toronto.
Held at the Art Gallery of Ontario, the 2026 Lieutenant Governors’ Legacy Awards ceremony was presided over by the Edith Dumont, Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, and was joined by Raymond Cho, Minister for Seniors and Accessibility and Paul Calandra, Minister of Education.
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