Honouring Visionaries Who Pave the Way
The MyCreds Trailblazer Award celebrates the trailblazers—those fearless innovators who challenge the status quo and shape the future of the MyCreds ecosystem.
This prestigious award recognizes individuals who drive impactful change, push boundaries, and create pathways for others to follow. Through their unwavering commitment and innovative spirit, they contribute to the long-term success of MyCreds and inspire a new era of credentialing excellence.
Who are MyCreds Trailblazers?
MyCreds Trailblazers are the innovators and leaders who are shaping the future of digital credentialing.
They are problem-solvers, pioneers, and changemakers who embody the spirit of MyCreds by implementing transformative solutions and advocating for a more seamless, accessible, and interoperable credentialing ecosystem. Their efforts not only advance MyCreds but also create lasting impact for learners, institutions, and industries worldwide.
Award Recipients
2025 MyCreds Trailblazer Award Recipient: Joanne Duklas
The inaugural MyCreds Trailblazer Award was proudly presented to Joanne Duklas for her groundbreaking contributions to the digital credentialing landscape. As a visionary leader and tireless advocate for learner mobility, Joanne played an instrumental role in launching MyCreds during its early start-up phase. Her strategic foresight and unwavering commitment to advancing digital credentialing were pivotal in shaping MyCreds into the trusted and transformative platform it is today.
Key Achievements
- Led the foundational efforts in establishing MyCreds, ensuring its long-term success and scalability.
- Advocated for learner mobility and institutional collaboration, fostering a more seamless digital credentialing ecosystem.
- Championed innovation in digital credentialing, driving MyCreds to become Canada’s official digital credential wallet.
- Served as a mentor and leader, inspiring others within the MyCreds community to push boundaries and create lasting impact.
Do you Know a Trailblazer?
We are seeking nominations for individuals who have made a significant impact within MyCreds. Nominees should exemplify the following qualities:
Innovative Problem-Solving
Successfully implemented a groundbreaking or significantly enhanced approach, service, or initiative within MyCreds.
Resilience & Determination
Overcame challenges with persistence, refusing to accept barriers as permanent roadblocks.
Impact & Influence
Created scalable, sustainable change that benefits the broader MyCreds community.
Collaboration & Leadership
Fostered partnerships, mentorship, or community engagement, ensuring that others can follow in their footsteps.
Commitment to Learner Mobility & Success
Advanced MyCreds’ mission is to support learners, institutions, and global credential interoperability.
Why Nominate?
This award is a unique opportunity to recognize and celebrate those who are shaping the future of digital credentialing. The recipient of the MyCreds TrailBlazer Award will be honored and will receive official recognition for their contributions to the MyCreds community.
Submit a Nomination
Do you know someone who deserves to be recognized? Submit your nomination today!
📅 Nomination Deadline: Coming Soon
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Join us in celebrating the visionaries who are leading the way in credential innovation. Help us honor those who fearlessly pioneer new initiatives, break barriers, and create lasting impact within the MyCreds ecosystem.