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ACAPO Merit Award featuring the Portuguese shield carved in stone

ACAPO Merit Award

The ACAPO Merit Award is a celebration of dedication and heritage. Each year, ACAPO member clubs and associations nominate exceptional individuals who have made a lasting impact on our community. Whether through distinct achievements in culture, politics, or sports, these honorees are recognized for their tireless work in uplifting and dignifying the Portuguese-Canadian community.

2025 Merit Award Winners
Teaching
Ana Maria Costa
Ema Delgado
Folklore
Vítor Santos
Nelson Martins
Valter Ferreira
Music
Miguel Domingos
Business Achievement
Hélder Costa
Joe Costa
Lifetime Achievement
José Mafra
2024
Norberto Paiva
Clara Abreu
Maria Fernanda
Luis Fernandes
António Perinu
Isabel Ricardo
2023
Jack Prazeres
2019
Manuel de Brito Fialho
Joel Filipe
2018
Linda Correia
Bernardino Nascimento
2017
Manuel Félix Vaz de Carvalho
Joseph Mancinelli
Jack Oliveira
Carmen Principato
Tony do Vale
2016
Maria Melo
Manuel DaCosta
2015
Paulo Pereira
2014
Laurentino Esteves
2013
Fernando Rio
2012
José Maria Eustáquio
2011
Frank S. Alvarez
2010
Lina Pedrosa
2009
Dra. Maria João Dodman
2008
Armando Augusto Viegas
José Luis Lopes
Maria Rosa de Sousa
2007
Stephanie Fidalgo
2006
José Tavares de Sousa
2005
Custódio Carrusca
2004
Jorge da Costa
2003
Celina de Melo
2002
José Maria Eustáquio
2001
José Oliveira
2000
António Dionísio
1999
Américo Ribeiro
1998
António Campos
1997
Vítor Vieira
1996
José e Maria Gonçalves
1995
Horácio Domingos
1994
Gilberto Araújo
1993
Martinho Silva
1992
Dr. Tomás Ferreira
1991
Dra. Teresa Costa
1990
Padre Lima Esteves
1989
Jacinto Almeida
1988
Dale Brazão