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Jun 14, 2017 · Here are 10 important and influential Canadians (or groups of Canadians), in no particular order: Terry Fox, who was born in Winnipeg in 1958, was diagnosed with bone cancer at 18 years old,...
- The Tragically Hip
Mike Downie, brother to late Tragically Hip frontman Gord,...
- The Tragically Hip
Oct 6, 2015 · 30 Important Community Leaders in Canada. To celebrate its 30th anniversary, The Canadian Encyclopedia created 30 lists of 30 things that make us proud to be Canadian, from famous people and historic events, to iconic foods and influential artists.
- Stephen Harper. Power under pressure. Even wheeling his arms like a cartoon character executing an endless pratfall, Stephen Harper still controls the fates of so many other figures in Ottawa that he remains kingpin.
- Naheed Nenshi. Like he can walk on water. When Naheed Nenshi’s name comes up, Torontonians have only one question: When is he coming to save us? When Calgary’s charming, straight-shooting progressive mayor visits Toronto now, he is greeted with an affection that borders on the riotous.
- Jerry Dias. Merger makes him strong. As the president of Unifor, the mega-union created this year by the merger of the Canadian Auto Workers and the Communications, Energy and Paperworkers, Dias is expected to halt, or even reverse, the decline in Big Labour’s clout.
- Mark Wiseman. His clout, your money. As president and CEO of the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board, Wiseman presides over a $183-billion portfolio that amounts to the national nest egg: 18 million Canadians need him not to screw up.
Jun 24, 2018 · Behind every great Canadian is a mentor or role model who sparked that greatness. Here, 10 public figures reveal the impressive individuals who’ve influenced them.
- Dominique Ritter
- Terry Fox (1958-1981) Easily the most beloved Canadian of the last 100 years, Terry Fox is something of a secular saint in modern Canada. As a young student, Terry contracted bone cancer, forcing the amputation of his right leg.
- Dr. David Suzuki (b. 1936) A scientist, activist, and media star, David Suzuki has spent years in the public spotlight raising awareness of environmental issues.
- Don Cherry (b. 1934) Loud, brash, and politically-incorrect, Don Cherry has been the leading voice of hockey commentary on Canadian television for almost three decades.
- Wayne Gretzky (b. 1961) Indisputably one of the greatest hockey players of all time, Wayne “The Great One” Gretzky broke countless goal-scoring records during his time playing centre for the Edmonton Oilers (1978-1988) and later several American teams as well.
Jun 15, 2014 · Canadians have handed the Harper government a Top 10 list of the country's greatest heroes, featuring some of the Conservative party's greatest adversaries, past and present. The list,...
Feb 3, 2020 · Meet Canada’s most accomplished women role models. From notable firsts to victories on the world stage, 2019 was a momentous year for Canadian women. It also saw grassroots initiatives grow, corporate cultures change, and businesses boom — all thanks to an extraordinary group of women.
