Weyni Mengesha and Kardinal Offishall to Receive Top Honours at 2024 Legacy Awards

Kardinal Offishall

Shamier Anderson and Stephan James, co-founders of The Black Academy, have announced the first two recipients of the 2024 Legacy Awards. Weyni Mengesha, Artistic Director of Soulpepper Theatre, will receive the Trailblazer Award, while rap legend Kardinal Offishall will be honored with the Icon Award.

The third edition of The Legacy Awards will air live on CBC and CBC Gem on Sunday, September 29 at 8 p.m. The event, hosted by Adrian Holmes, will include performances, award presentations, and tributes celebrating Black Canadian talent.

Weyni Mengesha