Today, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry, and the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families, on behalf of the Right Honourable Mark Carney, Prime Minister of Canada, announced that 70 of Canada's top educators have received this year's Prime Minister's Awards. Award categories include Teaching Excellence; Teaching Excellence in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM); and Excellence in Early Childhood Education. Within these categories, awards were given at regional or national levels. Each award recipient has shown innovative thinking in their educational practices, motivating both students and colleagues to pursue excellence. These awards celebrate the educators who drive innovation in Canada by inspiring young people to reflect, ask questions and challenge themselves.
Across Canada, educators are empowering the next generation with the skills, tools and experiences they need to thrive in Canada's innovation economy. For over 30 years, the Prime Minister's Awards have recognized those who stand out for their teaching methods, dedication and ability to inspire our youth to reach even greater heights-and who share their stories to help others learn.
Today also marks the launch of the nomination period for the 2026 Prime Minister's Awards for Teaching Excellence, Teaching Excellence in STEM, and Excellence in Early Childhood Education. Canadians across the country are encouraged to nominate an inspirational educator who is making a real difference in their community. We want to hear about educators who are helping young people to learn in new and creative ways, helping to motivate these talented young Canadians to achieve even more.
Nomination forms can be found online until January 14, 2026, at 11:59 pm (PT).
