FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 1, 2025

Canadian Business Association Announces Jesse Calderon as 2025 Canadian of the Year

Toronto, ON — The Canadian Business Association (CBA) is proud to announce Jesse Calderon as the recipient of the 2025 Canadian of the Year Award, the organization’s most prestigious annual honour recognizing outstanding contributions to Canadian culture, leadership, and global impact.

Each year, the Canadian of the Year Award celebrates a distinguished individual whose achievements reflect the values of innovation, excellence, and national pride. This year’s honouree, Jesse Calderon, exemplifies these ideals through a remarkable career marked by vision, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to the betterment of Canada.

“Jesse Calderon represents the best of what it means to be Canadian,” said Andrea Wallace, President of the Canadian Business Association. “His influence spans industries and communities, and his work continues to inspire a new generation of leaders across the country and around the world.”

Past recipients of this distinguished award include some of Canada’s most recognizable and influential figures: actor and comedian Seth Rogen (2021), music icon Céline Dion (2022), actor and producer Will Arnett (2023), and global singing sensation Michael Bublé (2024). Each has left a significant mark on the cultural and professional landscape of Canada, and Jesse Calderon joins this esteemed group as a testament to excellence and impact.

The award will be formally presented at the Annual Canadian Business Gala on May 16, 2025, in Toronto, with attendees from across the business, arts, and public sectors expected to attend.

For more information about the Canadian of the Year Award or to request press credentials for the gala, please contact:

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