Hayley Wickenheiser (Photo Credit: Dave Holland)
The new Canada Walk of Fame 2014 inductees have been announced as Canada’s greatest stars are honoured.
This year’s inductees bring the total number of Canadians honoured to 157. This year the following Canadians will be recognized:
Louise Arbour, Former Justice of the Supreme Court of Canada, International Lawyer
The Band, Musicians
Jeff Healey, Musician (Cineplex Legends Award)
Rachel McAdams, Actor
Ryan Reynolds, Actor
Hayley Wickenheiser, Athlete
Ryan Reynold (Photo Credit: Canada's Walk of Fame)
“We are proud to welcome these six new outstanding honourees to Canada’s Walk of Fame,” said Melanie (Berry) Hurley, CEO of Canada’s Walk of Fame. “Each have impacted Canada’s social and cultural heritage across the country and around the world. They are inspiring and remind us that anything can be achieved with hard work, dedication, passion and integrity. They are ambassadors of Canada and instill pride in our country.”
Musicians The Weekend have been announced as this year’s Allan Slaight Award which recognizes young, inspirational Canadians who have achieved international success. The yellow carpet star unveiling and tribute show will be televised nationally on Friday, December 19th.
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