TORONTO (CelebrityAccess) — Canada’s Walk of Fame announced the first round of Canadian sports and entertainment figures who will join the organization’s ranks in 2025.
The first round of inductees announced for 2025 include:
- Liona Boyd (Arts and Entertainment) – Five-Time Juno Award-Winning “First Lady of Guitar”
- Tirone David (Science, Technology and Innovation) – Pioneering Cardiovascular Surgeon
- Samantha Nutt (Humanitarianism) – Champion of Children’s Wellness on the Frontlines of Global Crises
- Our Lady Peace (Arts and Entertainment) – Multi-platinum, Diamond-Selling Band
- Mike Weir (Sports and Athletics) – One of Canada’s Greatest Golfers
- Tonya Williams (Arts and Entertainment) – Award-Winning Actress, Producer and Advocate
In addition, the Walk of Fame announced the return of its annual Awards Show and Gala Celebration Event, which will take place on June 14th at the Metro Toronto Convention Center.
“It is a thrill to announce this first group of extraordinary Canadians.” says Jeffrey Latimer, CEO of Canada’s Walk of Fame. “Just as their stars will be permanently cemented along Canada’s Walk of Fame, so to has their impact been cemented into the very fabric of the lives and the communities they’ve touched, both in Canada and around the world.” Latimer continues, “We’re excited to move the Celebration to June, allowing more fans to engage with Canada’s Walk of Fame.”