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Celebrating Canada’s Top 10 U18 Changemakers
The Future is NOW! Awards 2025
Join us on October 30th, 2025, at the Park Hyatt Hotel in Toronto for the Future is NOW! Awards—a powerful celebration of Canada’s youngest changemakers who are dedicated to building a brighter, more inclusive future for all.
This year’s event also marks Children First Canada’s 10th anniversary—a decade of standing up for the rights of children and empowering kids to stand up for themselves. Come be part of this inspiring celebration of 10 outstanding young leaders from across the country who are courageously championing efforts to make Canada the best place in the world for kids to grow up through their leadership in areas such as reconciliation, climate action, and mental health.
We are delighted to have Suzanne Rogers as the Honourary Chair and Rogers as the presenting sponsor of the Future is NOW! Awards 2025.
Youth Summit
The Future is NOW! Youth Summit will bring together 50 extraordinary young changemakers from across Canada for a day of empowerment and connection. This dynamic summit will feature inspirational speakers, hands-on workshops, and collaborative discussions on the most pressing issues facing youth today, along with exclusive networking opportunities with leaders in various fields. Against the vibrant backdrop of this national milestone, the Youth Summit promises to be an unforgettable experience that equips young leaders with the tools, confidence, and support they need to amplify their impact.
Awards Ceremony
In the evening, the excitement reaches new heights with a dazzling red carpet entrance and an elegant cocktail reception, followed by a star-studded Future is NOW! Awards Ceremony—a glamorous night honoring Canada’s 10 most outstanding young leaders. Guests will be treated to fine dining, lively entertainment, and an inspiring ceremony that brings together business leaders, philanthropists, and the social elite, all gathered to celebrate and support the next generation of changemakers. This unforgettable evening of achievement, elegance, and youth-led impact will shine a spotlight on the incredible potential of Canada’s young leaders as we commemorate 10 years of Children First Canada’s dedication to defending children’s rights.
October 30, 2025
Park Hyatt Hotel
Toronto, ON
Nominate a Changemaker
Do you know a young leader who’s driving positive change and deserves to be recognized on the national stage? We invite you to nominate them for this prestigious award! Nominees must be under 18 and actively working to improve their communities and defend the rights of children across Canada.
Nominations open on November 20, 2024, and close on Friday, January 31, 2025.
Please review this document to learn more about eligibility and how to nominate a youth.
Please upload the authorization document with the nomination form.
100% of Funds Raised Directly Impact Children and Youth
Every dollar raised through the Future is NOW! Awards will directly support children and youth across Canada, helping them achieve their full potential as leaders and changemakers. These funds provide vital resources such as leadership training, mentorship opportunities, and grants to accelerate youth-led initiatives on pressing issues facing young Canadians. Your support helps amplify the voices of young leaders, equipping them with the skills, confidence, and networks they need to drive meaningful change in their communities and across the country.
More information
For more information about tables, tickets and sponsorship, please contact Jennifer Bassett: jbassett@bassettevents.ca