Chan Hon Goh

C.M., D. Litt, Director, Goh Ballet Academy & Youth Company Canada; former Principal Dancer, The National Ballet of Canada. 

With an illustrious stage career that spanned over 20 years as Principal Dancer with the National Ballet of Canada, Ms. Goh is one of the most prolific and gifted artists of her generation. Her delicate lyricism and emotional depth personify the essence of numerous lead roles in the classical repertoire.

She also had multiple ballets created for her by renowned choreographers of the 21st century. In 2010, Ms. Goh accepted the invitation to become the Director of Goh Ballet, to further her passion to mentor the dancers of tomorrow and to implement her values in providing students with opportunities to train with the world’s most sought after teachers. Extending her reach and always advocating for the arts, Ms. Goh serves as a jury member for several international dance competitions. She guest instructs and sets choreography for some of the most recognized companies in the world. She is the Executive Producer of Goh Ballet’s critically acclaimed, annual presentation of The Nutcracker, which emphasizes the collaboration of multiple artistic disciplines and encourages a sense of tradition for families during the holiday season.

Ms. Goh is a founding member of Vancouver’s Arts and Culture Policy Council, which assists in giving the city a voice for the creative community. Her accomplishments, with irrepressible devotion to the enhancement of the cultural life of Canada, have garnered several prestigious awards including the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal, the YWCA Women of Distinction Award and the New Pioneers Arts Award.

In 2019, Ms Goh was appointed the Order of Canada for her excellence in ballet as a principal dancer, artistic director and cultural ambassador.