AthletesCAN is thrilled to announce that nominations are now open for the 49th Canadian Sport Awards!
For nearly five decades, the Canadian Sport Awards have celebrated the individuals who make sport in Canada extraordinary. Recognizing outstanding athletes, journalists, and dedicated supporters, these awards honour the excellence, leadership, and contributions that make an impact.
The 2026 Canadian Sport Awards will take place in October, with more details to be announced soon. We invite the sport community from coast to coast to coast to help recognize the remarkable people or organizations, whose passion, commitment, and impact continue to inspire others, strengthen communities, and shape the future of sport in Canada.
The awards to be presented in 2026 are:
- #AthleteVoice Award – Rep of the Year
- AthletesCAN Social Responsibility Award
- Athlete Support Award
- Bruce Kidd Leadership Award
- Game Plan Champion Award
- People’s Choice Award – Most Trending Moment
- Randy Starkman Award for Leadership in Sports Journalism
- True North Star Award (formerly True Sport Award)
Nominate someone for a Canadian Sport Award:
Or alternatively, email this application and supporting documents to [email protected]. For additional details or historical information on the Canadian Sport Awards, visit this link.
The deadline for submitting a nomination is August 28, 2026.
About AthletesCAN
AthletesCAN, the association of Canada’s national team athletes, is the only fully independent and most inclusive athlete organization in the country and the first organization of its kind in the world. As the voice of over 6,000 current and recently retired Canadian national team athletes, AthletesCAN membership spans 68 sports across the Olympic, Paralympic, Pan/Parapan American, and Commonwealth Games, and those currently funded by Sport Canada competing at Senior World Championships. AthletesCAN ensures an athlete-centered sport system by developing athlete leaders who influence sport policy and, as role models, inspire a strong sport culture, through educational resources, support, training and professional development.
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For media inquiries, please contact:
Jennifer Hopmans
Manager, Digital Marketing & Communications
AthletesCAN
613-526-4025 Ext. 224
[email protected]
