The Layton Prize is awarded annually to a Canadian individual or organization who has run a particularly noteworthy political or issue campaign, reflecting the ideals JackLayton exemplified, including justice, sustainability and democracy.
Chiara Padovani is recognized with the Jack Layton Progress Prize for her fearless leadership in defending tenants and fighting for affordable housing in the face of a growing crisis, and celebrated her award alongside the York South-Weston Tenant Union.
Watch her accept the 2025 Layton Prize alongside the York South-Weston Tenant Union at the 2025 Progress Summit: