Community recognition
Readers’ Choice — Best Martial Arts School in Caledon
Repeatedly recognized by the local community, demonstrating sustained confidence in the academy and its programs.
Readers’ Choice — Best Customer Service
Recognition extending beyond martial arts instruction to the academy’s overall student and family experience, professionalism, and service.
Readers’ Choice — Best Small Business
Community recognition of Canadian Black Belt Academy not simply as a martial arts school, but as a successful and respected locally operated business.
EFC / MPower Gold Standard Awards
Acknowledging the academy’s commitment to high professional standards, strong operational practices, student service, leadership, and continued development.
Professional & industry recognition
Beyond community awards, Jason Figliano and Canadian Black Belt Academy have also received recognition from organizations within the professional martial arts school industry.
Educational Funding Company (EFC) / MPower Association Recognition
Multiple awards recognizing professionalism, leadership, academy development, and commitment to raising standards within the martial arts industry.
EFC Silver Success Award
Recognition for achieving a significant level of organizational and business success within the professional martial arts school community.
EFC Program Director Award — 2009
An early professional achievement recognizing Jason’s performance and leadership as a martial arts Program Director, predating the establishment of Canadian Black Belt Academy and demonstrating a long-standing involvement in the professional management and development of martial arts schools.