National Conference & Awards

Awards and Recognition

The CRRF is proud to celebrate the achievements of remarkable Canadians and to share their inspirational stories through a dynamic awards program that is carried out in partnership with public, private and voluntary organizations, as well as individuals and agencies across Canada.

The biennial Awards of Excellence highlight the Best Practices achievements of organizations. Award recipients are drawn from submissions to the CRRF‘s ongoing call for Best Practices for the CRRF’s online resource database.

The CRRF Award for Lifetime Achievement was established in 2003 to acknowledge and honour individuals who promote the principles outlined in the Canadian Race Relations Foundation Act.

The Community Champion Special Award recognizes explemplary Canadians who have made an outstanding contribution to their community.

For a full list of award winners, please email: