2026 Elsie Award Nominations
Elsie MacGill award nominations are closed. Stay tuned for updates.
NLAF Awards Gala
This year’s gala will be held at the Pearson Convention Centre in Brampton, Ontario on Saturday, October 3, 2026. Stay tuned for more details.
Watch the 2025 gala highlight video. View photos from the event.
Captain Judy Cameron Scholarship
We’re pleased to announce the eight recipients of the 7th annual Captain Judy Cameron Scholarship for Canadian women in aviation.
Captain Christina Thomson ALPA Scholarship
Applications for the Captain Christina Thomson ALPA Scholarship are closed. Thank you for the applications!
The Blue Skies Podcast
Northern Lights Aero Foundation proudly presents The Blue Skies Podcast, hosted by Trisha Virdee and Aryan Ganatra.
Join us as we share inspiring stories and insightful conversations with leaders shaping the aviation and aerospace industries. From personal journeys to industry innovations, every episode offers something for aspiring professionals and seasoned aviation enthusiasts alike.
Northern Lights Aero Foundation (NLAF)
Mentorship Program
If you’re looking for professional growth and development, joining the Northern Lights Mentorship Program can help. A mentor can be a source of wisdom, support, and encouragement, and a mentoring relationship may be just the boost your career needs.
Wall of Fame
NLAF presents awards to Canadian women in aviation and aerospace. Find out more.
Speakers Bureau
Looking for a keynote speaker, gala or dinner presenter, conference facilitator, or someone to inspire and uplift any audience—including students through engaging school presentations? Our lineup of exceptional women is ready to make an impact: Find out more.
Latest News
2026 Captain Judy Cameron Scholarship Recipients
6 March 2026, Toronto, ON – The Northern Lights Aero Foundation is pleased to announce eight recipients of the seventh annual Captain Judy Cameron scholarship for Canadian women in aviation. […]
Bénéficiaires de la bourse Commandante-Judy-Cameron 2026
le 6 mars 2026 – La Northern Lights Aero Foundation est fière d’annoncer les huit lauréates de la septième édition de la bourse annuelle Captain Judy Cameron, destinée à soutenir […]
Request for Proposal: Awards Gala AV Production
6 February 2026 INTRODUCTION The Northern Lights Aero Foundation (NLAF) was established in 2009 and incorporated in 2012. Our mission is to attract and inspire women to succeed in careers in […]
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