2023 Business / Arts Awards Celebration
On Monday, October 16th, at a sold-out event at the Royal Ontario Museum, over 300 luminaries from across the country came together to celebrate the incredible impact of partnership, leadership, and philanthropy in the arts at the 2023 Business / Arts Awards Celebration.
The ROM provided a stunning backdrop for the evening and we were delighted to feature performances by Swing Chanteuse Denielle Bessel, and the talented Neema Bickersteth.
At the heart of this celebration were the award recipients – individuals and organizations recognized for their diverse contributions that are driving innovation and fostering artistic growth in Canada.
The 2023 Business / Arts Awards Celebration was truly a night to remember, and its success was, without a doubt, thanks to the participation and enthusiasm of all attendees. Thank you to our incredible partners and table hosts. Your support is invaluable, and we couldn’t do it without you! We are deeply grateful for your commitment to the arts and support of Business / Arts.
Photos by Philip Maglieri
Nominations for the 2024 Business / Arts Awards are Now Open!
Do you know a passionate volunteer, dedicated donor, or creative partnership worth celebrating? We invite you to nominate them for a Business / Arts Award by Friday, December 15, 2023, at businessandarts.org/nominate.
2023 Business / Arts Award Recipients:
Pierre Lassonde, O.C., G.O.Q.
Recipient of the Edmond C. Bovey Award for his transformative philanthropy.
Dr. Stephen Borys O.M.
Recipient of the Peter Herrndorf Arts Leadership Award for his efforts in realizing Qaumajuq.
Owais Lightwala
Recipient of the Arnold Edinborough Award for championing partnerships, innovation and inclusion in the arts.
Power Corporation of Canada
Recipient of the Corporate Champion of the Arts Award for their investments and enduring partnerships with organizations nationwide.
BC Museums Association & Forager Education
Recipients of the Community Impact Award for the creation of The VR Voyage Classroom.
Congratulations to all of this year‘s recipients!
2023 Awards Recipients Video Gallery
Thank you to our partners and table hosts!
Presenting Partner
Reception Partner
Media Partner
Edmund C. Bovey Award Partner
Peter Herrndorf Arts Leadership Award Partner
Corporate Champion of the Arts Award Partner
Table Hosts
