This award recognizes one Match Official that plays an integral part in the Talented Pathway. They are irreplaceable experts in OPDL and/or League1 Ontario’s league play. Steadfast leaders on and off the field, their match official contributions elevate high performance soccer to another level.

Criteria:

• Must be a Match Official with a minimum Grade 8 designation
• Must have at least two (2) years experience officiating in the OPDL or League1 Ontario

Nomination:

• Can be nominated by a District Association, Club, Provincial or Regional League or Board Member
• Nominations from a Club must include a letter of support from the District Association

Selection:

• Match Official Development Committee

Michael (Mike) Bremer was a mentor, leader, national assessor and retired national referee, referee coach, community advocate and more.  Mike passed away in November 2015, and the legacy he created in the Ottawa Region and across the country was one of fairness, respect, compassion and passion for developing match officials. The Mike Bremer award honours a Match Official who embodies Mike’s incredible values.

Criteria:

• Friendship, willingness to help others, and ability to resolve issues & differences in an amicable manner. 
• Admiration and respect from their peers in the referee community
• An ambassador for the Match Officials community
• The nominee does not have to be a referee, but instead could be assessor, instructor, mentor, club administrator, association leader or volunteer involved in the Match Officials community.

Nomination:

• Can be nominated by a District Association, Club, Provincial or Regional League or Board Member
• Nominations from a Club must include a letter of support from the District Association

Selection:

• Match Official Development Committee

Carol Anne Chénard is one of Canada’s most accomplished Match Officials, with Olympic, FIFA and CONCACAF experience, but that does not stop Carol Anne from giving back to the more local officiating community.  Presenting at our annual Soccer Summit, district education sessions and more, Carol Anne makes herself available province wide.  Her enthusiasm for the game creates passion amongst all she meets. The Carol Anne Chenard Award recognizes a Match Official who gives more than just 90 minutes per game.

Criteria:

• Exemplification of an outstanding contribution to soccer in Ontario.
• A significant donation of their time and talents to make a difference
• Contributes to the health and vibrancy of the soccer community
• Projects a leadership image and embraces the community. 
• This nominee does not have to be a Match Official, and could be an assessor, instructor, mentor, club administrator, association leader or volunteer involved in match officials development

Nomination:

• Can be nominated by a District Association, Club, Provincial or Regional League or Board Member
• Nominations from a Club must include a letter of support from the District Association

Selection:

• Match Official Development Committee