Heritage Toronto Awards

The Heritage Toronto Awards is the city’s premiere heritage event and our major fundraiser of the year. Join us in celebrating outstanding accomplishments in the field and to learn about exciting new opportunities and projects.

Recognizing extraordinary contributions to Toronto’s heritage

Since 1974, the Heritage Toronto Awards have celebrated individuals, organizations, and the projects they create. The annual ceremony brings together these extraordinary nominees and city influencers from across its culture, development, and policy-making communities.

Save the date: The 49th Annual Heritage Toronto Awards will take place on Monday, October 28. Purchase your tickets today!

Are you eligible to participate as an Emerging Historian?

Apply here to attend the Awards as an Emerging Historian by 5:00pm Friday, October 18th.

Land Acknowledgement

We recognize that Indigenous heritage is essential to Toronto’s heritage.

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2024 Award Nominees Announced

Discover the 53 nominees for the 49th Annual Heritage Toronto Awards, representing three juried categories, Book, Public History, and Built Heritage, as well as a People’s Choice Award.