Scott Robinson - RDC's 2019 Distinguished Alumnus

Through his work with the 2019 Canada Winter Games, Scott Robinson (Physical Education Diploma, 1988) has made a lasting impact on our city, our region and our nation. As a member of the Bid Committee, Robinson’s vision and organizational skills played a critical role in developing a bid package that was ultimately successful. As a part of the subsequent Transition Team, Robinson’s leadership as CEO of the 2019 Canada Winter Games was key to executing that plan. The Games resulted in significant social, cultural and infrastructure development that will impact generations of central Albertans.

But this role is only the most recent of a long career in sport promotion and administration. As an Executive Director with the Hockey Alberta Foundation, Robinson’s leadership and vision created new pathways to connect young athletes with supporters. In this role, he worked directly with students RDC’s Donald School of Business to create an economic impact study related to Hockey Alberta’s effect on the province’s economy, which created valuable learning for both the students and the organization.

As a student at RDC, Robinson overcame some initial challenges to become a successful student, and thrive as a student-manager of Kings Hockey and a member of the Kinesiology and Sports Studies society. Ultimately, Robinson went on to earn a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education from the University of Alberta and a Masters in Leadership from Royal Roads University.

RDC is proud to recognize Scott Robinson with the 2019 Distinguished Alumni Award for his leadership, vision, and his many contributions to our community. His work ethic and perseverance serve as inspiration to our learners and a source of great pride for RDC.

The Distinguished Alumnus Award is presented annually to an alumnus who has distinguished him or herself in one or more of the following areas: personal achievement, academic achievement or public service.

To learn more about the contributions of alumni who have been recognized with this award, or how you can nominate a deserving alumnus for one of these awards, please visit rdc.ab.ca/alumniawards