Skate To Great Co-Founder, Evan Kosiner, was presented the Caring Canadian Award by His Excellency, The Governor General of Canada, David Johnston at the 2013 World Figure Skating Championships in London, Ontario, Canada where he was acknowledged at a private ceremony for his contribution to Canada through Skate To Great.

I would like to commend all those involved with this program for their innovation, leadership and community spirit. As Skate To Great reaches out to more and more children, you can take satisfaction in knowing that you are making a positive difference in our society.” - The Rt. Honourable Stephen Harper, Prime Minister of Canada

Your goal of making sure that young people in need are able to have the opportunity to lace up skates is one that I share wholeheartedly. Skating is very much a part of the Canadian identity and something that everyone, regardless of financial circumstances, should be able to enjoy” - Member of Canadian Parliament, John Carmichael