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Canada's Walk of Fame

Discover a special sidewalk in Canada where amazing Canadians are honored with shiny stars!

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Jill Hennessy star on Canadas Walk of Fame

Jill Hennessy star on Canadas Walk of Fame

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Teresa Stratas Star on Canada's Walk of Fame
The Tragically Hip Star on Canada's Walk of Fame
Michael J Fox Star on Canada's Walk of Fame
Lou Jacobi Star on Canada's Walk of Fame
Margaret Atwood Star on Canada's Walk of Fame
Pierre Berton Star on Canada's Walk of Fame
Guy Lombardo Star on Canada's Walk of Fame
Donald Sutherland Star on Canada's Walk of Fame
Alex Colville Star on Canada's Walk of Fame
Norman Jewison Star on Canada's Walk of Fame
Glenn Gould Star on Canada's Walk of Fame

Key Facts

Location
Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Star Shape
Maple leaf.
First Honorees
1998.
Fun Fact
The stars are embedded in the sidewalks in front of theaters.

Stars on the Sidewalk!

Imagine walking down a street and seeing shiny stars right in the sidewalk! That's Canada's Walk of Fame. It's in a big city called Toronto, in Ontario, Canada. The stars are shaped like maple leaves, just like the ones on Canada's flag. They are placed on the sidewalks in front of theaters where people watch plays and musicals. It's like a treasure hunt for famous Canadians!

Who Gets a Star?

People get a star on Canada's Walk of Fame because they did something super special. They could be athletes who won big games, actors who made us laugh or cry in movies, scientists who discovered amazing things, or even people who helped others a lot. It's a way to say 'Thank you!' to Canadians who made a big difference in the world. Over 200 people have been honored so far!

When Did It Start?

The first stars were placed on the sidewalk way back in 1998. That's before many of you were even born! Since then, every year, new Canadians who have achieved great things get their own star. It's a tradition that keeps growing, celebrating more and more talented and inspiring people from Canada. It makes the sidewalk a very exciting place to visit!

A Walk of Awesome!

Canada's Walk of Fame is like a museum, but you walk through it! Instead of looking at paintings, you look at stars that tell stories of success. It's a fun way to learn about important Canadians and what they accomplished. You might even recognize some names from TV shows, sports, or books. It’s a special place that reminds everyone of the amazing things people can do.

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