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Indspire Awards: Celebrating Indigenous Achievement

Watch the 2024 Indspire Awards on YouTube

The Indspire Awards represents the highest honour the Indigenous community bestows upon its own people. After 31 years, the Indspire Awards have honoured over 400 First Nations, Inuit, and Métis individuals who demonstrate outstanding achievement across Turtle Island and beyond. Their stories are shared in a nationally broadcast celebration that showcases the diversity of Indigenous peoples in Canada.

Meet the 2024 recipients!

Adam Gauthier

Youth Recipient

Braden Kadlun

Youth Recipient

Dr. Jayelle Friesen-Enns

Youth Recipient

Eden Robinson

Arts

Victoria LaBillois

Business & Commerce

Edna Manitowabi

Culture, Heritage & Spirituality

Kanonhsyonne Jan Hill

Education

Lea Bill

Health

Ronald Eric Ignace

Language

Michelle O’Bonsawin

Law & Justice

Jocelyn Formsma

Public Service

Thomas V. Hill

Lifetime Achievement

To learn more about this year’s recipients, visit our Laureates page.

Watch the 2023 Indspire Awards

The 2023 Indspire Awards honours twelve (12) First Nations, Inuit and Métis individuals who exemplify Indigenous excellence and whose stories inspire, uplift, and educate Canadians about the tremendous contributions Indigenous people make to our country.

Watch the 2023 Indspire Awards

Become a Sponsor today!

As a sponsor, you have a unique opportunity to connect directly with national and regional Indigenous leaders, senior government representatives, and with Canada’s corporate C-suite leadership at the ceremony prior to the broadcast special.

Take a leadership role in inspiring Indigenous youth to reach their full potential and honour Indigenous achievement by becoming a sponsor of this important national Indigenous community celebration. View the 2024 Indspire Awards program here.

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