Top 10 Greatest Canadians

Terry Fox

Terrance Stanley "Terry" Fox was a Canadian athlete, humanitarian, and cancer-research activist. In 1980, despite having one leg amputated, he embarked on an east-to-west cross-Canada run to raise money and awareness for cancer research. Although he was forced to end his Marathon of Hope near Thunder... read more

I love Terry Fox for fighting cancer and raising an incredible amount of donations for cancer research. Almost all of my grandparents have had it, and I don't know anyone who hasn't been strongly affected by cancer. He was also very strong and never put himself above others.

Terry was, and still is, the definition of what it is to be Canadian. In the face of cancer, Terry Fox fought for us all, raising awareness on a global scale. Through his courage and strength, he helped us understand what it means to be human.

Bryan Adams

Bryan Guy Adams is a Canadian singer, songwriter, record producer, guitarist, photographer, philanthropist, and activist. He gained international fame with hits such as Summer of '69 and (Everything I Do) I Do It for You. Adams is also known for his humanitarian efforts and has been involved in various... read more

I can't believe he wasn't included. Bryan is one of the greatest musicians ever. He's a great singer, perfect songwriter, and talented producer. A true Canadian trophy!

Frederick Banting

Sir Frederick Grant Banting (1891-1941) was a Canadian medical scientist who first used insulin to treat diabetes in humans, a discovery for which he shared the 1923 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine at age 32, remaining the youngest laureate in that category. He served as an army surgeon in World... read more

Nobel laureate, recognized as the first person to use insulin on humans. He received the Nobel Prize at age 32, remaining the youngest Nobel laureate in Physiology/Medicine (as of 2011).

Celine Dion

Céline Marie Claudette Dion is a Canadian singer and businesswoman. She's best known for "My Heart Will Go On," the theme song of the 1997 film Titanic, which was the first film in history to gross over $1 billion worldwide.

An amazing woman with a powerful voice. She performs the hardest songs effortlessly. A brilliant vocalist!

My Heart Will Go On is such a nice, soft song. It definitely fits Titanic.

Neil Peart

Neil Ellwood Peart (September 12, 1952 to January 7, 2020) was a Canadian-American musician and writer best known as the drummer and primary lyricist of the rock band Rush. He received numerous awards for his musical performances, including induction into the Modern Drummer Readers Poll Hall of Fame... read more

The greatest rock drummer of all time is Canadian. Ask anyone who knows a bit about drumming. He's the drummer for the great band Rush.

Alexander Graham Bell

Alexander Graham Bell (March 3, 1847 - August 2, 1922) was a Scottish born inventor, scientist, and engineer credited with patenting the first practical telephone in 1876. He co-founded the Bell Telephone Company in 1877, which later evolved into AT&T.... read more

He invented the telegraph! We couldn't use the phone, Facebook, or any other means of communication if he hadn't invented those things. I am impressed by his amazing contributions to history.

Michael J. Fox

Michael Andrew Fox (born June 9, 1961), known professionally as Michael J. Fox, is a Canadian-American actor, author, producer, and advocate. He is best known for his roles as Marty McFly in the Back to the Future trilogy (1985-1990) and Alex P. Keaton on the sitcom Family Ties (1982-1989), winning multiple... read more

Actor (Back to the Future). Iconic quote: "This is heavy."

The amount of work his foundation has put into Parkinson's research is epic.

Wayne Gretzky

Wayne Douglas Gretzky CC is a Canadian former professional ice hockey player and former head coach. He played 20 seasons in the National Hockey League for four teams from 1979 to 1999 and is widely considered one of the greatest hockey players of all time. Gretzky also served as head coach of the Phoenix... read more

Wayne is an amazing hockey player and a truly great person.

John A. Macdonald

A tremendous, iconic figure who masterfully charted the pathway for the Canada we all loved before the Liberals were elected.
He set the groundwork for our formerly great nation.

Geddy Lee

Gary Lee Weinrib, known professionally as Geddy Lee, is a Canadian musician, singer, and songwriter best known as the lead vocalist, bassist, and keyboardist for the Canadian rock group Rush. He joined Rush in 1968 and remained with the band until its retirement in 2018. Lee is widely acclaimed for his... read more

Geddy Lee is the world's most influential bass guitar player. He's an officer in the Order of Canada and the country's most respected bass player.

?

Oliver Mowat

?

Irene Parlby

Jim Carrey

James Eugene "Jim" Carrey is a Canadian and American actor, comedian, impressionist, screenwriter, and producer. He's well known for comedic roles in films such as Ace Ventura: Pet Detective, The Mask, Dumb and Dumber, Ace Ventura: When Nature Calls, The Cable Guy, Liar Liar, How the Grinch Stole Christmas... read more

He's really funny in Dumb and Dumber.

Pierre Trudeau

Joseph Philippe Pierre Yves Elliott Trudeau, often referred to by the initials PET, was a Canadian politician who served as the 15th prime minister of Canada. He first held office from April 20, 1968, to June 4, 1979, and then again from March 3, 1980, to June 30, 1984. Trudeau is remembered for promoting... read more

Michael Bublé

Michael Steven Bublé is a Canadian singer, songwriter, actor, and record producer. He has won several awards, including four Grammy Awards and multiple Juno Awards. Bublé is known for his smooth vocal style and modern interpretations of classic jazz and pop standards.

Tommy Douglas

He was diligent and persistent in his efforts to improve the quality of life for all Canadians.
Today, only the older generation can recall what it was like to lack universal access to health care. Our current dental system would be comparable. Not only did he succeed in his efforts, but he also changed how we view ourselves as a people who care about their neighbors.

He saved the world! Imagine you got hurt and had to go to the hospital. How would you pay?
Without Tommy Douglas, we wouldn't have free medical care. We don't have to pay. We just present our health care card.
P.S. He was voted the greatest Canadian in real life!

David Suzuki

He has worked to protect Canada without being a public celebrity.

Ryan Reynolds

Ryan Rodney Reynolds is a Canadian actor and producer. He played Michael Bergen on the ABC sitcom Two Guys and a Girl and Billy Simpson in the YTV teen series Hillside.

He also portrayed Hannibal King in Blade: Trinity, Wade Wilson in X-Men Origins: Wolverine, and the title role in Deadpool.... read more

Neil Young

Neil Percival Young is a Canadian singer-songwriter, musician, producer, director, and screenwriter. He gained fame both as a solo artist and as a member of bands like Buffalo Springfield and Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young. Known for hits such as Heart of Gold and Rockin' in the Free World, Young is also... read more

He never sits still. From garage band music to beautiful ballads and protest songs, Mr. Young keeps on rockin' the world.

Mike Myers

Michael John "Mike" Myers (born May 25, 1963) is a Canadian actor, comedian, screenwriter, producer, and director who holds British and American citizenship in addition to his Canadian nationality. He is best known for his roles as Wayne Campbell in Wayne's World and as multiple characters in the Austin... read more

He was in the Queen movie Bohemian Rhapsody. Don't let his character in the film fool you, he's a big fan of Queen in real life. There's a reason why Bohemian Rhapsody was in Wayne's World.

He's a big fan of Queen. I'm also Canadian, and I'm a big fan of Queen.

Austin Powers and Wayne's World are really funny.

Ryan Gosling

Ryan Thomas Gosling is a Canadian actor and producer (also known to have musical talent). He began his career as a child actor on The Mickey Mouse Club (1993-1995) and appeared in TV programs such as Are You Afraid of the Dark? before transitioning to film roles like The Notebook (2004).

Shania Twain

Shania Twain (born Eilleen Regina Edwards on August 28, 1965) is a Canadian singer and songwriter. With over 100 million records sold worldwide, she is the best-selling female artist in country music history and one of the best-selling music artists of all time. Her 1997 album Come On Over remains the... read more

Fabulous artist with an amazing voice and touching songs. One of the most successful and influential female singers in the world.
I adore this wonderful woman.

One of the best country singers and should be higher than the whiny beaver above her!

How is that whiny Bieber above her?

Dan Aykroyd

Daniel Edward "Dan" Aykroyd is a Canadian‑American actor, comedian, musician, businessman, and filmmaker. He first rose to fame as an original member of the "Not Ready for Prime Time Players" on Saturday Night Live. Aykroyd co‑wrote and starred in The Blues Brothers and Ghostbusters, two iconic comedy... read more

Donald Sutherland

Donald McNichol Sutherland, OC, was a Canadian actor whose film career spanned more than six decades. He starred in numerous critically acclaimed films such as MASH, Klute, Ordinary People, and The Hunger Games series. In 2017, he received an Academy Honorary Award for his contributions to cinema.

Jeff Waters

Jeff Waters (born February 13, 1966) is a Canadian metal musician best known as the guitarist, primary songwriter, and founder of the metal band Annihilator. He's recognized for fast riffs and solos and has frequently taken on roles as lead singer, bass player, engineer, and producer. He has owned Watersound... read more

A guitar virtuoso and one of the greatest metal musicians from Annihilator.

Bruce Greenwood

Stuart Bruce Greenwood (born August 12, 1956) is a Canadian actor and producer. He's known for portraying President John F. Kennedy in Thirteen Days, President Eisenhower in National Treasure: Book of Secrets, Ben Stevenson in Mao's Last Dancer, and Captain Christopher Pike in J.J. Abrams's Star Trek... read more

He is an actor known for his roles as U.S. presidents, which is a great honor.
In Thirteen Days, Bruce Greenwood played President John F. Kennedy. In National Treasure: Book of Secrets, Bruce Greenwood played the President of the United States.

Alissa White-Gluz

Alissa White‑Gluz is a Canadian vocalist best known as the former lead singer and a founding member of the metal band The Agonist. She left the band in 2014 and then joined the Swedish melodic death metal band Arch Enemy as their lead vocalist. With Arch Enemy, she has released multiple well‑received... read more