For nearly 50 years, the Equity Honours have recognized members and other industry professionals, acknowledging their outstanding contributions to our industry, our Association, and our craft.
To mark the occasion of Equity’s 50th anniversary, Honours will be awarded in each of our 13 regions, presented at local anniversary events in fall 2026.
Larry McCance Award — National and Life Membership — Manitoba
Emerging Artist Award — National
Changemaker Award — National
Life Membership — Atlantic
Life Membership — BC & Yukon
Life Membership — Dance
Life Membership — Eastern Ontario & Outaouais
Life Membership — Eastern Opera
Life Membership — Northern Alberta
Life Membership — Ontario
Life Membership — Quebec
Life Membership — Saskatchewan
Life Membership — Southern Alberta
Life Membership — Stage Management
Life Membership — Western Opera
Awarded to an Equity member in recognition of their artistic achievements throughout their career.
Awarded to a member who joined Equity within the past three years and has demonstrated professionalism, artistic excellence and innovation within their craft.
Awarded to an Equity member or former staff in recognition of their outstanding contributions to the Association and its membership.
Awarded to a member who has furthered the values of equality, diversity, inclusion, and belonging in Equity’s jurisdiction through their artistic achievements, personal action, or advocacy.
Awarded to a non-member of Equity who has made an outstanding contribution to the Association and/or its members, or to the performing arts.
Awarded to an organization or group of individuals for their significant contribution benefiting the Equity membership.
Equity Honours are held every two years, recognizing the outstanding achievements and contributions of Equity members and other artists in our industry.
Nominations for the 2028 Honours will open in mid-2027.
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