Members
The Members of the Horatio Alger Association of Canada are the recipients of the International Horatio Alger Award. Through hard work, honesty and determination, they have overcome humble beginnings or adversity to achieve great success.
Featured Member
2011
Rick Waugh
Former President, Chief Executive Officer and Director, Scotiabank
“Whatever you do, do it to the best of your ability.”


About Our Members
The Members of the Horatio Alger Association of Canada are part of a select group of exceptional Canadians who have triumphed over adversity and who encourage young people in Canada to pursue their dreams through higher education.
Horatio Alger Award
Each year, one Canadian receives the International Horatio Alger Award, which is presented by the Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans Inc. at a ceremony in Washington, D.C.