Holiday Awards & Luncheon

Where: Delta Hotels by Marriott Burnaby, Conference Centre
When: Friday November 29th, 2024 at 11am
Member cost: $105/per person or $800 for a table of 8*
Non-Member cost: $150/per person




We are very excited to see you all as we celebrate our 100th Anniversary! Come network with industry friends and colleagues, kick off the holiday season, and recognize the BCEA’s Award winners and new Alumni inductees.
*If you are booking a table of 8, please reach out to Beth Beardsley at beth@bcea.bc.ca or enter promo code 8Table at checkout
Registration will start at 11am and lunch will be served at 12pm.
 

Natacha Dupuis, MCpl (Ret’d) CD
(Her / She / Elle)
Natacha Dupuis is a retired Master Corporal of the Canadian Armed Forces, bringing over 16 years of dedicated service to her country. Her military career includes participation in critical missions, such as the ice storm crisis, a tour in Bosnia, and two deployments to Afghanistan. It was during her second tour in Afghanistan that Natacha faced profound personal challenges, including the tragic loss of two comrades, which led to her diagnosis of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
 In her journey toward healing, Natacha embraced various recovery techniques, ultimately discovering the transformative power of rigorous physical exercise. She expresses deep gratitude to the Soldier On Program, which played a pivotal role in her reintegration into sports and fitness. The support and camaraderie of her fellow participants have been a significant source of inspiration throughout her recovery.
Natacha’s athletic prowess was showcased at the Invictus Games, where she competed as an athlete in Orlando 2016, earning two gold medals in track and field (100m and 200m) and a bronze in powerlifting. She continued her success at the Invictus Games Toronto 2017, serving as Co-Captain and securing three gold medals in track and field (100m, 200m, and 400m) and a silver medal in indoor rowing.
Originally from the south side of Montreal, Natacha now resides in the National Capital Region, where she has embarked on a new and fulfilling career as a public servant. Through her experiences, Natacha exemplifies resilience and determination, inspiring others to overcome their own challenges and pursue their dreams.