NWA British Empire Heavyweight Championship (Toronto version)

The NWA British Empire Heavyweight Championship (Toronto version) was a regional professional wrestling championship defended primarily in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, under the sanctioning of the National Wrestling Alliance (NWA). It was active from the late 1930s to the late 1970s. The title's history is intertwined with the Toronto wrestling scene, particularly Maple Leaf Wrestling, which was a prominent NWA territory.

The championship's lineage can be traced back to various British Empire-themed titles contested in different parts of the world. However, the Toronto version established its own unique identity and was considered a prestigious regional title. Whipper Billy Watson is perhaps the most famous champion, holding the title multiple times and using it as a springboard to greater fame. Other notable champions include Pat Flanagan, Tiger Tasker, and Gene Kiniski.

Title changes typically occurred at Maple Leaf Gardens, the main venue for professional wrestling in Toronto. The title often served as the top prize in the territory, with storylines built around challenges and rivalries for the championship. While generally recognized within the NWA framework, its legitimacy and recognition outside of the Toronto territory was limited compared to world championships.

The title's history reflects the evolving landscape of professional wrestling during its active period, including changes in wrestling styles, promotional affiliations, and the rise of television. The championship was eventually retired as the landscape of professional wrestling shifted, with national and international titles gaining prominence. Detailed records of all title reigns are incomplete, making a fully comprehensive history difficult to compile.