Boi-1da Honoured with Global Impact Award at 2025 SOCAN Awards

Toronto’s own Boi-1da has once again cemented his legacy as one of the most influential producers in music. At the 2025 SOCAN Awards, the Grammy-winning hitmaker received the Global Impact Award, a recognition reserved for Canadian creators whose work has made a lasting mark on the international stage.

With credits alongside some of the biggest names in the industry! From working with Drake, Rihanna to Justin Bieber and Eminem Boi-1da has consistently elevated Canadian talent onto the world stage. His distinct sound has not only shaped hip-hop and R&B but has also helped define a generation of global music.

The award celebrates more than just his chart-topping hits. It acknowledges his role in opening doors for Canadian producers, showing that talent from Toronto can lead the culture on a worldwide level.

As SOCAN marks its 100th anniversary, Boi-1da’s win stands as a powerful reminder of Toronto’s impact on music – past, present, and future.