About the Awards
The Governor General’s History Awards are Canada’s top honours in the field of history and heritage. They celebrate the very best in Canadian achievements to ensure our national past has a vibrant presence in our society today.
The Governor General’s History Awards are administered by Canada’s National History Society, with the support of the Government of Canada through the Department of Canadian Heritage, and Power Corporation of Canada.
2025 Recipients
Who (or what) made you go "wow!" this year?
Nominations for any category of the Governor General's History Awards are accepted all year round. Tell us about the best Canadian history experience you had this year.
Past Winners
The Governor General's History Awards
Celebrating the very best in Canadian achievements in the field of history and heritage.