The Peterborough & District Pathway of Fame has unveiled its 2025 class of inductees.
Established in 1997, the not-for-profit organization honours individuals who have made lasting contributions to the community, particularly in the arts and humanities. The first inductees were recognized in 1998, with stone markers placed along the Pathway of Fame at Del Crary Park.
Communications Chair Gordon Gibb says this is a day he really looks forward to.
Gibb adds there is a common thread between all inductees.
Here is the list:
Jerry Allen (Dramatic Arts)
A lifetime member of the Peterborough Theatre Guild, Jerry Allen has directed 15 productions for the community theatre troupe, all the while mentoring aspiring directors, actors and behind-the-scenes production volunteers, ensuring the Guild’s enduring legacy, and its future, as Peterborough’s premier community theatre hub.
Ted Dawes (Samaritan)
Ted on the Roof, Ted on the Run, Ted at the Door, Ted at the BBQ – whatever it takes, Ted Dawes always got the job done, raising hundreds of thousands of dollars for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada, with his signature years-long annual weekend stay atop the roof of Morello’s Independent Grocer, his most visible effort.
Susan Dunkley (Community Builder)
From empowering women to ensuring food security to raising the profile of both the Peterborough Singers and the Peterborough Pop Ensemble, Susan Dunkley has been, and remains, a community tour de force via the spark she provides to see cherished events, social enterprises and charitable causes remain top of mind, for the good of many.
Julie Fallis (Dramatic Arts)
As an accomplished dance instructor and choreographer, Julie Fallis’ passion for all things movement has added an exciting new dimension to numerous Peterborough stage productions, while her time as the owner of the former Move N’ Grooove Dance Studio saw hundreds of students, of all ages, attain their dance-related goals and dreams.
Dr. Garry Humphreys (Community Builder, Posthumous Induction)
Public health in Ontario, and across Canada for that matter, has had few pioneers the likes of former Peterborough City-County Medical Officer of Health, the late Dr. Garry Humphreys – whose vision and drive gave wings to a number of initiatives firmly in place today, including public space smoking bylaws, and nurse-practitioner-led clinics.
Peggy Shaughnessy (Samaritan)
As a healer, advocate and visionary, Peggy Shaughnessy has transformed the lives of thousands, her relentless efforts buoyed by a fearless dedication to community care and wellness, something that has been best exemplified through her RedPath Model addictions treatment program, and free holistic outpatient care via Right to Heal.
Bob Trennum (Entertainment)
Selflessly sharing his musical gift for decades now, as a music teacher, a multi-instrumentalist and a songwriter, Bob Trennum’s dedication to his craft is matched by his boundless generosity, with many theatre productions and numerous fundraisers for community groups having achieved great success due in large part to his involvement
Inductees are selected by a confidential citizens’ committee appointed annually to ensure impartiality. This year’s induction ceremony takes place Tuesday, Sept. 9 at 7 p.m. at Showplace Performance Centre. Admission is free.
