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Just For Laughs

Induction Year

2022

Pillar of Achievement

Arts & Entertainment

Year Formed

1983

Group Formed In

Montreal, Quebec

Founded in 1983, the Just For Laughs Group is the most important player in the global comedy industry. Owned by Groupe CH, Bell Media and ICM Partners, the company is an international powerhouse in the creation of multi-platform comedy content. Every year, it entertains millions of spectators with its festivals on Canadian and international stages, in Montreal – the biggest comedy event in the world, which is celebrating its 40th anniversary – along with Toronto, Vancouver, Austin, U.S.A., and Sydney, Australia. The Group organizes shows featuring thousands of comics from Canada and other countries, including established artists as well as up-and-comers, stages its own comedy shows and musicals, produces touring shows, broadcasts digital and televised content (notably Gags, which is shown in 150 countries and followed by an online audience of 10 million on YouTube), manages talented artists and launched the ComedyPRO industry conference. hahaha.com

Interesting Facts

Over the last four decades, Just For Laughs has hosted beloved comedy icons, including the likes of: Dave Chappelle, Kevin Hart, John Cleese, Joan Rivers, Mike Myers, Martin Short, Amy Schumer, Craig Ferguson, Hannah Gadsby, Don Rickles, Seth Meyers, Howie Mandel, Tina Fey, Tiffany Haddish, Steve Martin, Seth Rogen, Ali Wong, Lewis Black, Sarah Silverman, Trevor Noah, Whitney Cummings, Russell Peters, Wanda Sykes, Jo Koy and so many more.

Memorable Moments

  • Just For Laughs – Canada’s Walk of Fame Hometown Stars

    2024
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  • Canada’s Walk of Fame 2022 Awards Gala

    2023
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  • Celebrating Greatness: Canada’s Walk of Fame 2022

    2023
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  • Canada’s Walk of Fame Announces First Group of Inductees and Honourees 2022

    2022
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