The 2026 induction ceremony for the Canadian Basketball Hall of Fame featured notable figures such as Jamaal Magloire, Dave Smart, and Miranda Ayim. Magloire, a former NBA player, made history as the first Canadian to play for the Toronto Raptors and was an NBA All-Star during his time with the New Orleans Hornets.
Following his successful NBA career, Magloire transitioned into coaching, serving as an assistant coach for the Raptors during their championship-winning season in 2018-19. Currently, he holds the position of vice-president for the Scarborough Shooting Stars in the Canadian Elite Basketball League.
Dave Smart’s impact on the Carleton Ravens men’s basketball program was profound, leading the team to an impressive 13 U Sports championships. Miranda Ayim, a former captain of Canada’s women’s national team, also made her mark as the co-flag bearer at the Tokyo Olympics in 2021.
The 2026 class announcement on July 2 included additional inductees such as Michael Meeks, Anna Stammberger, Dan Meagher, Teresa Kleindienst, Peter (Doc) Ryan, Janice Deakin, and Dr. Andrew Pipe. The induction ceremony will take place in St. Stephen, N.B., honoring these individuals for their contributions to Canadian basketball.
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