The Canadian Business Hall of Fame: A Celebration of Leadership and Philanthropy

Recognized for their outstanding contributions to the Canadian business landscape, the Canadian Business Hall of Fame inducts its 46th class of Companions to the order of the Business Hall of Fame on May 22nd in Toronto.
The Canadian Business Hall of Fame is a significant event that not only celebrates the achievements of leaders but also fuels the growth of entrepreneurs and innovators in Canada. JA Canada, the organization behind the Canadian Business Hall of Fame, has seen unprecedented support from Canadian companies and organizations for its annual celebration. This support is a testament to the mobilization and investment of the Canadian business community. Some notable companies that have pledged support to the Canadian Business Hall of Fame include:

Goodmans LLP
Peter and Joanne Brown Foundation
Beedie
Kilmer Group
Scotiabank
Franco-Nevada
Rio Tinto
National Bank Financial
RBC
NHL
The Globe & Mail
MLSE
Barclays
Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited
Korn Ferry
Deloitte
Coca-Cola Canada Bottling Limited
OMERS
RioCan REIT
CGI
CIBC
Canaccord Genuity
TD Bank
Teck
Avanade
University of Utah
PwC
Maple Leaf Foods
Air Canada
TorQuest Partners
Colliers
TMX Group
Irving Oil
Cogeco The Fund
Southdown Builders Limited
Lafarge Canada
Porter Airlines
University of Toronto
KPMG

The Canadian Business Hall of Fame celebrates the achievements of leaders for their contributions to Canada’s business landscape, with proceeds of the event fuelling JA’s attempts at growing tomorrow’s entrepreneurs and innovators.

The honorees of the Canadian Business Hall of Fame have roots in critical industries such as financial services, sports, manufacturing, equity & investment, natural resources, property development, construction trades, entrepreneurship, and academia. The inducted class of 2025 includes notable individuals such as Ryan Beedie, O.B.C., President, Beedie; Jacynthe Côté, F. ICD, Chair of the Board, RBC; Pierre Lassonde, O.C., GOQ, Chairman Emeritus, Franco-Nevada Corporation; Larry Tanenbaum, O.C., Hon LLD, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Kilmer Group of Companies.

Key Contributions

These individuals represent the very best in Canadian enterprise, leadership, and significant philanthropic impact. Their achievements and community contributions reflect the diverse backbone of the Canadian economy and serve as role models for the next generation. Some notable examples of their contributions include:

Ryan Beedie’s leadership in the development of Beedie, a leading Canadian construction and development company.
Jacynthe Côté’s contributions to RBC, a leading Canadian bank, in promoting diversity and inclusion in the financial sector.
Pierre Lassonde’s philanthropic efforts, including the establishment of the Pierre Lassonde Foundation, which supports education and healthcare initiatives.
Larry Tanenbaum’s leadership at Kilmer Group of Companies, a leading Canadian investment firm.

A Call to Action

The Canadian Business Hall of Fame is the signature fundraising event for Junior Achievement of Canada (JA Canada) and stands as a call to action for them. Proceeds from this year’s event will support JA’s flagship Company Program, which aims to equip youth with the skills, confidence, and entrepreneurial mindset needed to succeed in the business world.

Ambitious Goals

JA Canada is renewing its program curriculum and aims to empower more than 1 million Canadian youth annually, fuelling the future pipeline of Canadian business leadership. This ambitious goal highlights the significance of the Canadian Business Hall of Fame in supporting the growth of entrepreneurs and innovators in Canada. The future of Canadian business leadership depends on the next generation of entrepreneurs and innovators. The Canadian Business Hall of Fame is playing a vital role in shaping this future by recognizing and celebrating the achievements of leaders who are making a positive impact on the Canadian business landscape.