Azrieli Foundation
The Azrieli Foundation is a proud, independent Canadian charity inspired by Jewish values, including tikkun olam – ‘healing the world.’ Through strategic philanthropy and impactful giving, we support programs and initiatives that empower individuals and strengthen communities across Canada and Israel.
About Azrieli Foundation
Created in 2014 by Sharon Azrieli CQ, D.Mus for the Azrieli Foundation, the Azrieli Music Prizes (AMP) offer opportunities for the discovery, creation, performance and celebration of excellence in music composition.
For the 2028 edition, there are three Prizes for chamber music: the Azrieli Commission for Jewish Music; the Azrieli Commission for Canadian Music; and the Azrieli Commission for International Music.
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- News11 Sept 2026Azrieli Music Prizes to premiere four new works in Montréal
Four composers will have new works premiered by the Orchestre symphonique de Montréal and OSM Chorus at the 2026 Azrieli Music Prizes Gala Concert, as the Azrieli Foundation continues its substantial investment in contemporary composition.
- Appointment12 Feb 2026Azrieli Foundation reaches $1bn milestone in giving as new CEO appointed
The Azrieli Foundation, the largest non-corporate public foundation in Canada, has surpassed $1 billion in charitable disbursements since its founding in 1989 and announced a new leadership structure to guide its next phase of growth.