Skip to content Skip to footer

WhatsApp Image 2025-05-20 at 12.01.03_9b91fb65

About the Canada Legacy Honours

Canada Legacy Honors is a national awards platform that celebrates individuals and organizations shaping Canada’s future through leadership, innovation, cultural excellence, and global impact.

At a defining moment when Canada welcomes the world through global events such as the FIFA World Cup in Toronto, Canada Legacy Honors serves as a unifying platform that showcases Canadian excellence on an international stage. The initiative recognizes changemakers who embody the values that define Canada — inclusivity, innovation, integrity, sustainability, and multicultural strength.

Through its award categories spanning national impact, global advocacy, corporate excellence, sustainability, women’s leadership, and youth innovation, Canada Legacy Honors highlights the people and institutions advancing Canada’s social, economic, and cultural progress.

More than an awards program, Canada Legacy Honors is a movement that encourages Canadians to celebrate achievement, strengthen collaboration, and position Canada as a global leader in opportunity, partnership, and shared prosperity.

Founder: YYWC Canada

Yes Youth and Women Can (YYWC) is a nationally recognized nonprofit based in Toronto, committed to empowering women and youth through leadership development, entrepreneurship, education, and community engagement.

YYWC uses its global reach and community-driven purpose to establish a world-class legacy recognition platform unlike anything Canada has seen before.

Our Mission

To recognize and honor women, youth, corporate leaders, public servants, innovators, and advocates who embody Canadian values through outstanding leadership and lifelong impact.
Read More

Our Vision

To position the Canada Legacy Honors as the nation’s most prestigious award platform — elevating individuals and institutions that represent the best of Canada to the world.
Read More

Why Canada Day?

Canada Day is a moment of national pride, remembrance, and hope for the future. It’s a time when the country reflects on its values — unity, service, peace, progress. By hosting the Canada Legacy Honors during this symbolic week, we place our honorees at the center of that national narrative.
Read More

Awards Categories

testimonials

What People say

“Receiving a Canada Legacy Honors award was more than a personal milestone—it was a reminder that our efforts to serve others matter. The recognition validated decades of work in community development and inspired me to keep building a legacy for future generations.”

Dr. Helen Mboya

Community Leader & Educator

“The Canada Legacy Honors Gala was an unforgettable celebration of impact, purpose, and resilience. Every story shared on that stage reminded me of the power we each have to shape Canada’s future. It was both moving and empowering.”

Michael Chen

Non-profit Executive Director

“As someone who nominated a young changemaker, I was impressed by how thoughtfully the process honored real, on-the-ground work. Canada Legacy Honors is helping spotlight voices that are often overlooked—and that’s something this country truly needs.”

Sarah Ajayi

Mentor & Youth Advocate
Venues
0+
Events
0
Years
0+
Clients
0

Enjoy exquisite sets

for all occasions

Frequently Asked Questions

Canada Legacy Honors is a national awards platform that recognizes individuals and organizations making outstanding contributions to Canada’s social, economic, cultural, and global development. It celebrates leaders who embody Canadian values and position Canada as a global hub of excellence and collaboration.

The purpose of Canada Legacy Honors is to celebrate excellence, promote national unity, and showcase Canadian leadership on an global stage. The initiative highlights changemakers whose work strengthens communities, advances innovation, and fosters international partnerships.

Nominees may include individuals, organizations, entrepreneurs, public servants, creatives, and community leaders who demonstrate measurable impact in their respective categories. Both Canadians and global partners contributing to Canada’s progress may be eligible, depending on the award category.

Nominees are identified through a combination of public nominations, advisory recommendations, and internal review processes. Each nominee is evaluated based on impact, leadership, innovation, and alignment with the values of Canada Legacy Honors.

The public is invited to participate in the voting process by selecting nominees who best represent excellence within each category. Voting is conducted through an official digital platform to ensure transparency and accessibility.

Yes. Voting is free and open to the public. Canada Legacy Honors encourages broad participation from Canadians and global audiences to celebrate leadership and achievement.

The awards span six major categories:

  • National Impact
  • Global Advocacy
  • Corporate & Fintech Excellence
  • Sustainability & Social Good
  • Women of Distinction
  • Youth & Creative Innovation

Each category includes specialized awards recognizing different dimensions of leadership and impact.

Nominees are evaluated based on:

  • Demonstrated impact and measurable results
  • Leadership and innovation
  • Contribution to Canadian values and global collaboration
  • Ethical standards and social responsibility
  • Long-term influence and sustainability

The awards ceremony is scheduled to take place in Toronto, Canada, aligning with a period of significant international engagement and global visibility.

Organizations interested in sponsorship or partnership opportunities may contact the Canada Legacy Honors team through the official website. Sponsorship packages are designed to provide brand visibility, community impact, and international exposure.

Media partners are welcome to collaborate in covering the awards, nominees, and ceremony. Interested media organizations may reach out via the official contact channels for press accreditation and partnership opportunities.

Nominations can be submitted through the official nomination portal on the website. Detailed guidelines and eligibility requirements are provided to ensure fairness and consistency.

Canada Legacy Honors follows structured evaluation processes, public voting transparency measures, and advisory oversight to maintain credibility and integrity in the awards selection.

Canada Legacy Honors is organized by a professional team committed to celebrating Canadian excellence and fostering global collaboration through recognition and partnership.

Become A Partner

    Get In TOuch

    Become A Partner

    350 Rutherford Rd S, Plaza II Unit 104, Brampton, L6W 4N6