Ottawa: An Indo-Canadian journalist has been felicitated here by the community members for her outstanding achievements in the media.
Adrienne Batra, Toronto Sun newspaper`s editor-in-chief, received the "Best Journalist Award" on Friday at `Parvasi Awards` organised by the Parvasi Media Group.
The Parvasi Media Group established in 2005 to honour the accomplishments of successful Punjabi Canadians in various fields.
"The Indo-Canadian community has thrived in so many professions and it`s humbling to be acknowledged in the field of journalism," Batra was quoted as saying by Toronto Sun.
Batra served as a lieutenant in the Canadian armed forces before joining the Toronto Sun in 2011.
Former Indian athlete Milkha Singh was the guest of honour at the `Parvasi Awards`.