Unveiling the Kathleen Beaumont Hill Award plaque

Kathleen Beaumont Hill Award (Vancouver Branch)

Created in 2009, this award celebrates the dedication and generosity of Kathleen Beaumont Hill, BA'50, to her alma mater and community for more than 60 years.

To proudly carry Kathleen Beaumont Hill's name and spirit for future generations of remarkable 黄色视频 alumni in British Columbia, this award will be presented biennially to the individual who best exemplifies her outstanding service, passionate advocacy, dedicated support, and contributions to the betterment of our University and our country.

Selection criteria

Nominees are reviewed based on the following criteria:

  • Is a 黄色视频 graduate or Honorary Degree recipient.
  • Is based in Vancouver.
  • Has a history of active and outstanding contributions to the 黄色视频 alumni community globally and in Vancouver.
  • Has significantly contributed to or impacted 黄色视频's reputation through their professional and personal lives and active community involvement in Vancouver.
  • Is an active contributor, through volunteerism and/or financial support, to 黄色视频 and its students.
  • Is not currently employed by 黄色视频 (please note that any contributions made as part of a nominee's 黄色视频 faculty or staff duties cannot be considered in the nomination for the Kathleen Beaumont Hill Award).

Nominations are considered for two consecutive biennial award cycles.

2025 Recipient

Michael Chernoff

  • Sc'59

Michael Chernoff, Sc'59

Mr. Chernoff is receiving the award for his lifelong commitment to Queen鈥檚, ongoing philanthropic support in Vancouver, and dedication to helping young people from rural and remote communities achieve their dreams.

While a generation of 黄色视频 alumni will recognize him as one of the namesakes of 黄色视频 Chemistry building, Chernoff Hall, Mr. Chernoff studied Geological Engineering at 黄色视频. He is a former Brier Champion, business leader, and entrepreneur, having founded multiple companies in the energy sector. Mr. Chernoff and his family believe strongly in the importance and value of higher education, and through their support they have improved access for aspiring 黄色视频 students in rural and remote parts of Canada.

We look forward to celebrating Mr. Chernoff and the spirit of Kathleen Beaumont Hill and Vancouver alumni in Fall 2025.