CMA Awards 2022

We’re thrilled to have an awards program that recognizes the remarkable achievements and tremendous work of museum professionals across the country. Museums are such an integral part of their communities and these awards are a celebration of the important, yet often unnoticed, work of museums in Canada. Read more...


Outstanding Achievements

The Awards of Outstanding Achievement recognize exceptional museum projects in different categories including:

Distinguished Service

This recognizes significant contributions by individuals to the Canadian museum sector throughout the course of their careers.

CMA Fellows

Becoming a CMA Fellow is the highest form of recognition bestowed by the CMA. Meet this year's newly appointed Fellow, Gerald McMaster.


President's Award

The President’s Award provides the Association with the opportunity to recognize exceptional contributions to our community. This prestigious award recognizes exceptional and long-term contributions to museums and heritage.

Barbara A. Tyler Award in Museum Leadership

This award recognizes excellence in museum leadership within the Canadian museum community.

Museum Volunteer Award

Presented in partnership with the Canadian Federation of Friends of Museums.