Honors an individual who has demonstrated decades of unwavering dedication to advancing mental health awareness, support, and systemic change across Canada.

Recognizes an individual or organization that has created a new tool, approach, or program transforming how mental health care is delivered or accessed.

Celebrates a grassroots advocate or group making a measurable difference in local communities through direct service, outreach, or community-building efforts.

Acknowledges a young leader (aged 25 or under) who is breaking stigma, mobilizing peers, or creating impactful change in the youth mental health space.

Honors a journalist, content creator, or media outlet that portrays mental health topics with empathy, accuracy, and influence across platforms.

Recognizes an employer, manager, or HR leader who has championed mental health initiatives in the workplace, creating safer, more inclusive environments.

Celebrates an Indigenous advocate or organization working to advance culturally sensitive, healing-centered mental health practices within Indigenous communities.

Acknowledges a researcher or academic whose work is advancing the field of mental health through groundbreaking studies, data, or evidence-based solutions.

Recognizes a peer supporter, facilitator, or network that has demonstrated excellence in lived-experience-driven support, reducing isolation and empowering recovery.

Honors an individual or educator providing transformative mental health education—whether in schools, workplaces, or the broader community.