10 Most Influential Hispanic Canadians Awards
2026 10 Most Influential Hispanic Canadians Awards

Recognizing
Latin Excellence

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2026 Award Recipients

Meet the 2026 Award Recipients

Congratulations to our 2026 award recipients!

We proudly celebrate eleven remarkable individuals whose leadership, achievements and contributions inspire communities across Canada. Explore their stories and available award videos.

Portrait of Adriana Vega 2026 Recipient

Adriana Vega

Portrait of Camila Gonzalez 2026 Recipient

Camila Gonzalez

Portrait of Ericka Aguilera 2026 Recipient

Ericka Aguilera

Portrait of Dr. Halia Mayela Valladares Montemayor 2026 Recipient

Dr. Halia Mayela Valladares Montemayor

Portrait of Jessie Reyez 2026 Recipient

Jessie Reyez

Portrait of Jose Espinosa 2026 Recipient

Jose Espinosa

Portrait of Luis Arturo Briceño 2026 Recipient

Luis Arturo Briceño

Portrait of Priscila Calderon 2026 Recipient

Priscila Calderon

Portrait of Ricardo Taco 2026 Recipient

Ricardo Taco

Portrait of Samuel Wiebe 2026 Recipient

Samuel Wiebe

Portrait of Soraya Martínez Ferrada 2026 Recipient

Soraya Martínez Ferrada

2026 Gala Highlights

Relive the Celebration

Experience a glimpse of the 2026 Most Influential Hispanic Canadians Awards. Watch our first highlight reel, with more moments from the celebration to come.

Our Story

About the Awards

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The 10 Most Influential Hispanic Canadians Awards is a prestigious national recognition program that celebrates leadership, achievement, and impact within Canada's Hispanic community. Since its launch in 2007, the awards have honoured over 170 trailblazers who are shaping the country's future and inspiring the next generation.

Hosted by TLN Media Group in partnership with the Hispanic Business Alliance, this gala is the foremost platform to highlight Hispanic excellence and influence in Canada. Learn more about how the gala works.

How It Works

The 10 Most Influential Hispanic Canadians Awards follows four key stages, from community nominations and finalist selection to public voting and recognition at the awards gala.

Select a stage to learn how the process works.

1

NOMINATION

Community submissions

2

SELECTION

Finalist review

3

PUBLIC VOTING

Community participation

4

AWARDS GALA

Awards recognition

Become a Partner

We recognize the importance of forming partnerships with organizations that align with our values of connecting cultures through storytelling and shared experiences.

Community Connections

Community Connections

Connect with one of Canada's fastest growing and vibrant communities. We foster strong community bonds through a variety of experiences.

Brand Exposure

Brand Exposure

Maximize brand exposure through dynamic event activations and high-value media coverage across TV and digital platforms.

Cultural Celebration

Cultural Celebration

Empower Latin American leaders and inspire future changemakers while celebrating the identity, values and diversity of our community.

Connect with us to learn how we can inspire and empower the next generation of Hispanic Canadians.

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Celebrating Our Legacy

Awards Highlights & Archive

Revisit the people, performances and memorable moments from past editions of the Most Influential Hispanic Canadians Awards, and explore announcements celebrating each year's honourees.

Guests celebrating at the 2026 Most Influential Hispanic Canadians Awards 2026
18th Edition

2026 Gala Highlights

The 18th edition honoured a new class of award recipients, with a keynote by Soraya Martínez Ferrada and vibrant cultural performances.

Explore 2026 Highlights
2025 Most Influential Hispanic Canadians Awards gala highlights 2025
17th Edition

2025 Gala Highlights

The 17th edition featured a keynote by Claudio Rojas, standout performances and a special tribute to Canadian soccer star Jonathan Osorio.

Explore 2025 Highlights