Illuma Family Law Named Official Nominee for 2026 Canadian Choice Awards

Written By Elyse Stacey

We’re incredibly proud to share that Illuma Family Law has been named the 2026 Canadian Choice Award Winner in the Family Lawyers category. This national recognition celebrates outstanding small and medium-sized businesses across Canada that demonstrate excellence, innovation, and meaningful community impact—and we’re honoured to be counted among them.

The Canadian Choice Awards spotlight organizations that not only lead in their fields, but also make a difference in the lives of the people they serve. Winning this award is a powerful affirmation of the values that guide our work every day.

How the Selection Works

The Canadian Choice Awards begin with nominations from clients, colleagues, and community members who recognize businesses for exceptional service and reputation. From there, a review panel evaluates nominees based on service quality, client experience, and overall impact, ultimately selecting finalists and category winners.

Being chosen as the winner in the Family Lawyers category is a meaningful milestone for our firm—and one we don’t take lightly.

Our Reflections

Illuma Family Law is a female-founded and female-led firm built on the belief that family law should be compassionate, personalized, and grounded in integrity. Since opening our doors in 2022, we’ve grown our team and our practice with one clear focus: serving families with care, clarity, and strength during some of life’s most challenging transitions.

This award reflects the trust our clients place in us and the dedication of our entire team to advocacy, professionalism, and ethical excellence. It’s a reminder that empathy and strong legal strategy go hand in hand.

We’re deeply grateful to our clients, colleagues, and community for your continued support. This win belongs to all of you—and we’re excited for everything still ahead.

If you’d like to learn more or need family law guidance, our Vancouver family lawyers are here to help. Contact us today to book a consultation.

Elyse Stacey

Elyse Stacey was born and raised in Vancouver, and after completing her undergraduate degree at the University of Toronto, she returned to her hometown to begin her professional journey. She graduated with high distinction from the UofT, earning a spot on the Dean's List while double majoring in psychology and anthropology.

Elyse thoroughly enjoyed her studies, especially when evolutionary theories intersected with psychology, allowing her to explore social biases that continue to shape the world today. This unique perspective along with working in various research positions, where she witnessed firsthand the gender inequalities that persist within and beyond academia, fuels her desire to support women facing adversity, whether in personal or legal matters.

In her current role as Client Service Coordinator and Office Administrator at Illuma Law, Elyse thrives in a collaborative, client-centered environment. She finds a significant amount of intrinsic motivation and satisfaction assisting our clients in need. In the future, she aspires to grow further in the legal field, focusing on legal support or exploring managerial/human resources opportunities.

Outside of work, Elyse is passionate about the performing arts, reading (especially Stephen King), staying active, and traveling to connect with new cultures.

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