HONOURING AND INSPIRING A NEW GENERATION OF HEALTH LEADERS AND INNOVATORS
LONDON, ON – The Canadian Medical Hall of Fame (CMHF) is proud to announce the selection of 16 exceptional medical students from across the country as recipients of the 2025 CMHF Award. This award recognizes medical students who have demonstrated outstanding community leadership, superior communication skills and a strong commitment to advancing medical knowledge. Each recipient will receive a $5,000 cash prize and a travel subsidy to attend the 2026 Canadian Medical Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony in Calgary, Alberta, where they will have the opportunity to network with the newly inducted CMHF Laureates.
The CMHF partners with Canada’s medical schools, as well as other donors to recognize young leaders who exemplify qualities of the CMHF Laureates: perseverance, collaboration and entrepreneurial spirit. The CMHF Award is sponsored by the Canadian Medical Association (CMA), MD Financial Management Inc. (MD), and Scotiabank. Together, the CMA, MD and Scotiabank are committed to supporting the medical profession and advancing health in Canada. As proof of this commitment, and in collaboration with the CMA and MD, Scotiabank is investing $115 million to support physicians and the communities they serve across Canada.
"Doctors go into medicine because they want to make the world a better place and if this year's student awardees are any indication, Canada is in good hands," said Canadian Medical Association President Dr. Margot Burnell. "It's a privilege to recognize their passion and dedication and we look forward to their future successes for the benefit of their patients and communities."
“MD and Scotiabank are pleased to support these outstanding future medical leaders who are shaping the future of healthcare and strengthening communities across Canada,” said MD Financial Management CEO, Pamela Allen. “Their passion for learning, dedication to service and exceptional leadership skills, reflect a commitment to making a meaningful difference. We congratulate each award recipient and wish them continued success in their future endeavours.”
Each of Canada’s faculties of medicine and health sciences facilitated the review of applicants and recommended one award recipient. Three letters of support are required including a non-academic community reference describing their community impact, along with a 1,000-word essay outlining why they should be considered for the Award and articulating the qualities of a CMHF Laureate who inspires them most.
Recipient bios and photos available: https://www.cdnmedhall.ca/2025chmfaward
2025 CMHF AWARD RECIPIENTS
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RAHNUMA SARA JESSE LAFONTAINE VANEEZA MOOSA M. ABDULLAH SHAFIQ AKHIL RAMDOYAL MATTHEW REDMOND BENSON LAW DONNY LI |
RAGAV CHONA ERVIS MUSA LEONAES BRAHEL TATCHINDA KUETE MARIE OUELLET JOËL ST-PIERRE MARJORIE COULOMBE JEREMIAH PHILIPS REEM HAMUD |
ABOUT THE CANADIAN MEDICAL HALL OF FAME
The Canadian Medical Hall of Fame (CMHF) celebrates Canadian changemakers whose work advances health in Canada and the world. We foster future generations of health professionals through the delivery of local and national youth education programs and awards. This enduring tribute to our country’s rich medical history is showcased on our virtual hall online at www.cdnmedhall.ca and in our exhibit hall in London, ON.
For additional information, please contact:
Daria Destanli, Communications Manager
Canadian Medical Hall of Fame
226.559.0544 ddestanli@cdnmedhall.ca
About the CMHF
The Canadian Medical Hall of Fame (CMHF) celebrates Canadian heroes whose work advances health in Canada and the world, fostering future generations of health professionals through the delivery of local and national youth education programs and awards.
This enduring tribute to our country’s rich medical history is showcased here and in our physical exhibit hall in London, ON
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