While singing for nursery-school youngsters in Toronto, Raffi discovered his natural rapport with children. High-quality recordings of his songs have made him a household name throughout the country. While entertaining children, he has been able to convey to them the fundamental and lasting values in which he so firmly believes.
Companion of the Order of Canada
Awarded on: 2025-10-17
Raffi Cavoukian, C.C., O.B.C.
Salt Spring Island, British Columbia
A beloved songwriter and entertainer, Raffi has dedicated his life to championing children’s rights and well-being. His songs have impacted generations with his message of love, environmental stewardship and social responsibility. As the creator of the Raffi Foundation for Child Honouring, he has shaped our modern discourse to ensure a safe future for the children of the world.
This is a promotion within the Order.