National Citizen Award Reception 2026
Presenting Sponsor
Honouring Changemakers: Celebrating Leadership, Equality, and Community Impact
The United Nations Association in Canada will honour Bob Rennie with the 2026 National Citizen Award on October 14, 2026, at Osteria Elio Volpe in Vancouver.
The ceremony will celebrate Bob’s extraordinary achievements as an entrepreneur, art collector and philanthropist. Through his leadership in real estate, support for contemporary art and commitment to preserving cultural heritage, Bob has helped shape Vancouver and enriched communities across Canada. His contributions exemplify engaged citizenship and the power of generosity to build a more inclusive, equitable and vibrant society.
Gold Sponsors
2026 National Citizen Award Honouree Bob Rennie
Bob Rennie is the founder of the rennie group of companies, a respected entrepreneur, contemporary art collector and dedicated philanthropist whose work has helped shape Vancouver’s housing and cultural landscape.
Through his business leadership and the Rennie Collection, Bob has built a legacy that connects community, culture and social responsibility. His philanthropy has supported artists, expanded public access to contemporary art and helped preserve important stories in Canada’s history.
Bob has been selected as UNA-Canada’s 2026 National Citizen Laureate, recognizing his exceptional leadership, generosity and commitment to building more inclusive communities.
Since 2012, Bob and his family have donated 284 artworks to the National Gallery of Canada, strengthening the national collection and ensuring that significant works of contemporary art can inspire Canadians for generations to come.
Bob also played a pivotal role in establishing the Chinese Canadian Museum in Vancouver’s historic Wing Sang Building along with the Government of British Columbia. His $7.8 million contribution helped the museum acquire its permanent home, preserving a landmark while creating a space to honour the history, experiences and contributions of Chinese Canadians.
Silver Sponsors
A Night to Remember: Inspiring Action, Building Hope
UNA-Canada proudly presents the 2026 National Citizen Award to Bob Rennie.
The award honours individuals who have turned a positive vision for Canada into meaningful action, helping build stronger, fairer and more inclusive communities. Through their achievements and generosity, recipients demonstrate how social responsibility and outstanding leadership can create lasting opportunities and shared prosperity.
