Monday March 30th, 2026 | EY Tower Toronto
The 4th edition of the Next Generation Awards builds on a legacy of excellence, celebrating the emerging leaders driving the future of the Canadian-Italian community and making an impact beyond its borders. The signature event honours a new generation of innovators, entrepreneurs, and professionals whose work is redefining leadership across industries.
Driven by their Italian heritage and a global mindset, these young professionals embody the values that have long distinguished the Canadian-Italian experience: resilience, creativity, integrity, and a deep commitment to giving back.
The Next Generation Awards event recognizes not only professional achievements, but also vision and impact, spotlighting those who transform ideas into action, embrace innovation, and contribute meaningfully to society. Each honouree represents a powerful example of how heritage and forward thinking can thrive together.
Congratulations to the 2026 Awards Recipients!
ANDREW ANDRIANO
ARIANA MAZZARIOL
NIK PROVENZANO
Ariana leads consumer marketing and brand strategy at SPC Student Price Card.
She began her career at SPC as a university co-op student in social media before gaining experience in agency marketing and at Loblaw Companies Limited. She later returned to SPC, working across sales and partnerships before being appointed Brand Director in 2025.
Nik is a biomedical engineer and passionate advocate for accessibility and inclusion.
He founded UBC Bionics, the university’s first prosthetics design team, and co-founded North America’s first amputee hockey camp, where he coaches limb-different children to excel in the sport.
2026 Master of Ceremonies
NICK REGINA
Nicholas, also known as Nick Regina, is an entrepreneur, content creator, and influencer with a rapidly growing digital presence. Known for his relatable and comedic content, he has built an engaged audience of millions across social media.
Through his content, Nick shares moments from family life, entrepreneurship, and everyday experiences that resonate with people of all ages.
His ability to connect with audiences in an authentic and entertaining way has made him a recognizable and influential voice online.
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Monday, March 30th, 2026
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Starting at 5:30PM
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EY Tower, 40th Floor, 100 Adelaide St. W, Toronto
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