Mr. Tom Downey Wins 2025 Prime Minister’s Award for Teaching Excellence
Congratulations to Mr. Tom Downey, Senior School Science Department Head and Pre-U Physics teacher, on receiving the 2025 Prime Minister’s Award for Teaching Excellence. Presented by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada, this honour recognizes Mr. Downey as an educator who “makes science accessible and fun, sparks curiosity, and builds meaningful connections through creativity, real-world applications, and hands-on discovery.” He stands among just 10 other educators nationwide, highlighting the significance of this remarkable achievement.