Do you know extraordinary Black women making remarkable strides in their fields? If yes, it’s time to unite to celebrate and honour their exceptional achievements!
About Canada's Top 100 Black Women to Watch
Opportunity Details
- Date Published: February 28, 2025
- Application Deadline: March 28, 2025
- Category: Women
- Oppotunity Locations: Canada
- Eligible Locations: Canada
The Canada's Top 100 Black Women to Watch of 2025 nominations are now open, and they invite you to shine a spotlight on these trailblazers and innovators at the annual Black Pearls Gala, taking place on Saturday, October 25, 2025. They are seeking women who have achieved groundbreaking milestones, shattered barriers in their careers, and are making a lasting impact in their communities and beyond.
Categories
- Business/Entrepreneurship: Recognizes Black women who demonstrate innovation, leadership, and success in building impactful businesses. This award celebrates entrepreneurs contributing to economic growth, community development, and industry advancement.
- Professional: Recognizes Black women who demonstrate excellence, leadership, and expertise in their professions, making impactful contributions to their field and inspiring others through their success.
- Arts & Media: Highlights creativity and influence in arts, media, and entertainment, honouring Black women driving innovation, storytelling, and representation.
- Promising Youth: Recognizes young Black women (18-25 years old) who demonstrate outstanding potential and leadership in academics, professional growth, or community engagement, inspiring peers and future generations.
- Sports: Celebrates excellence and dedication in sports, recognizing Black women who excel as athletes, coaches, or advocates for diversity in athletics.
Benefits of Canada's Top 100 Black Women to Watch
- An award will be given to outstanding black women in Canada.
Canada's Top 100 Black Women to Watch Requirements
- Any Black woman in Canada making a significant impact or igniting change and innovation in her field or community can be nominated.
- Nominees must live and work Canada (min. 5 years) to be eligible.
- Self-nominations are more than welcome if you meet the criteria.
- Previous winners cannot be nominated again.
Application Date and Process
- Click on the link to the application website to nominate. Self-nominations are accepted.
Application Deadline
28 March, 2025
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