2024 Order of the University of Calgary Recipient
Honorary Degrees and the Order of the University of Calgary Recipients
The Office of the Chancellor and Senate bestows two prestigious awards during convocation each term for people making an impact in our community and around the world: Honorary Degrees and the Order of the University of Calgary.
Ken Lima-Coelho, BA’94
Presentation – Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2 p.m. ceremony
As president and CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Calgary and Area, Ken Lima-Coelho, BA’94, is a passionate storyteller and community-builder.
His commitment to community has been a constant throughout his career, echoing his active involvement in several UCalgary organizations in his time as a student. Now, with more than 25 years of experience, Lima-Coelho’s career spans various fields, including senior roles in broadcasting, at CBC Calgary, brand and fund development, and serving as vice-president of community engagement for YMCA Calgary and vice-president of development at the Glenbow Museum.
An active volunteer, Lima-Coelho serves as a board director with Calgary Foundation and is a founding member of the Calgary Chamber’s first Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee. His dedication to community service has been recognized through a Community Achievement Award and Queen's Platinum Jubilee Medal.