Opimian Hall of Fame
Recognizing the members and contributors who, over the decades, have shaped the Wine Club through service, pioneering contribution, and support of our wine community.
Recognizing Three Kinds of Contribution
Opimian Hall of Fame honours are awarded in three categories, recognizing the distinct ways members strengthen the Wine Club.
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Service
Long and exemplary service by area representatives, directors, office staff, and the "unsung" assistants who make events and operations run.
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Pioneer
Members whose vision or early work helped shape what Opimian has become, the ones who built the path others now walk.
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Members' Choice / Activity Support
Members who attend events, bring guests, help coordinate, and consistently engage with the Wine Club's wine community year after year.
A maximum of two inductees may be recognized each year, one per category. Inductions take place at the President's Dinner during the weekend of the Annual General Meeting, following nomination approval.
Hall of Fame Inductees
The members below have been inducted into the Opimian Hall of Fame. Click a year to see that year's inductees and categories.
2019
- Doug ClementEdmonton, ABService
- Steve DelaneySt. John's, NLService
2018
- Theodore JagerFort McMurray, ABMembers' Choice / Activity Support
- Philip J. GrewarVictoria, BCPioneer
- David LedinghamMississauga, ONService
2017
- J. David WhiteService
- Gwyneth JonesService
2016
- Brian MageeService
- Jay S. MacdonaldService
2015
- David R. DunlopService
- Randie N. KushnierPioneer
- Stan E. FrostMembers' Choice / Activity Support
2014
- Angela BraksService
- Dennis L. SmithMembers' Choice / Activity Support
- Dr. Arthur MayMembers' Choice / Activity Support
2013
- William (Bill) EastonService
- Barry WylieMembers' Choice / Activity Support
- Robert PoirierMembers' Choice / Activity Support
- Mitchell McLeanMembers' Choice / Activity Support
2012
- Neil MillerMembers' Choice / Activity Support
- Rolf HougenMembership / Recruitment
2011
- Ronald LiteploService
- Pablo MachetzkiMembers' Choice / Activity Support
- George GrillsMembers' Choice / Activity Support
2010
- Paul S. BelyeaService
- Don H. CurlingMembers' Choice / Activity Support
Know Someone Who Deserves Recognition?
Each year the Wine Club inducts up to two members into the Hall of Fame. If you know a member whose service, pioneering contribution, or sustained support has shaped Opimian, submit a nomination. Inductions are announced at the President's Dinner during the AGM weekend.
Submit a Nomination