The National Capital Sommelier Guild is pleased to announce that it has awarded two $500 scholarships to students enrolled in the Algonquin College Sommelier Certificate Program. Congratulations go to students Ms. Tracy Turnbull, owner of the Trio Bistro and Mr. Kriss Goodanetz of the Brookstreet Hotel.

The National Capital Sommelier Guild Scholarship for Wine Education was established in 2003 to promote educational opportunities and foster the development of professional wine service with individuals employed full-time in the hospitality industry in the Ottawa-Gatineau community. By providing this Scholarship the Guild realizes its educational mandate in a manner that initially benefits the students, but ultimately leads to improved wine service for consumers throughout the capital region.