Feb 10th, 2025

Google.org Accelerator: Generative AI open call

A $30M global open call for organizations harnessing the power of generative AI to unlock potential for everyone, everywhere. Apply to receive funding and participate in the Google.org Accelerator: Generative AI. Google.org is launching an open call from January 7 to February 10, 2025

Feb 15th, 2025

Accelerate Durham

An vent by NobellumNobellum in partnership with the Town of Ajax, is proud to announce the Accelerate Durham Pitch, a groundbreaking Innovation designed to empower Black entrepreneurs in the Durham region.

Feb 27th, 2025

Game Changers: A Celebration of Black Entrepreneurship

Join us for the evening where you can learn from a panel of game changers on what it takes to build and scale a successful business as a Black entrepreneur, despite a challenging economic environment.Thursday, February 27, 2025 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.Venue: BDC Square Toronto81 Bay Street, Suite 3700Toronto, Ontario M5J 0E7.

Feb 28th, 2025

Black Opportunity Fund and DoorDash #Blackfoodenergy Grants

Black Opportunity Fund and DoorDash partner to award grant funds of $10,220 each to 30 Black-Owned Food BusinessesDoorDash will provide a grant fund of $10,220 each to 30 Canadian Black-Owned Food Businesses focused on innovation within the food industry.
Applications close on February 28th, 2025.

March 1st, 2025

Leading Ladies Connect Content Day

Leading ladies connect Content day!We’re beyond excited to invite you to an incredible opportunity to step into the spotlight! Join us for a full day of photo sessions with a world-class international photographer, open to both members and non-members of Leading Ladies Connect.
Date: 1st of March , 2025 | Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMAddress: To be shared with Registered participants. Secure your spot now!

April 29th, 2025

Leading Ladies Connect in Partnership with Microsoft | Future-Ready with AI: Embrace the Trends of 2025.

AI trends and innovations for 2025
Insights from Microsoft experts and leading AI pioneers
Practical strategies to implement AI in business
Networking opportunities with industry professionals
Empowering women leaders to embrace AI and technology

April 29th, 2025

Startup Canada Tour - Calgary

Join the Canadian entrepreneurship ecosystem at the Startup Canada Tour to expand your network, learn from industry leaders, and apply valuable insights to your early-stage business.
April 29 8:30 AM - 5:00 PMVenue: BMO Centre

Saturday, March 29

ACBN Legacy Symposium 2025

A transformative day of learning, networking, and growth opportunities. A day focused on creating franchise-like systems for your business while providing valuable insights into effective marketing strategies that convert, building robust operating systems, and networking opportunities with industry leaders. Don’t miss this chance to elevate your business and connect with like-minded entrepreneurs

May 3rd, 2025

Leading Ladies Conference 2025

Be a part of one of our major annual events (LLC 2025) Our theme: "Her Wealth, Wellness and World"
Why attend this conference?● Networking opportunities● Financial literacy and wealth building● Innovation & technology● Business growth ● Career advancement

May 3rd, 2025

Leading Ladies Pitch Competition is now LIVE!

YOU COULD WIN UP TO $25,000 PITCHING YOUR BUSINESSWe are thrilled to officially announce that applications for the Leading Ladies Connect Pitch Competition will open on November 1, 2024 and close on February 1, 2025!
Winners will be announced May 3rd, 2025 at the Leading Ladies Conference 2025! This annual event unites Black & BIPOC entrepreneurs, innovators, and community allies for a powerful day of FUN, LEARNING, and EMPOWERMENT.

May 27, 2025

Web summit: “The world’s premier tech conference” - Politico

What is Web Summit Vancouver?The Guardian called us “Glastonbury for geeks”, the Atlantic “where the future goes to be born”, and Inc. “the best technology conference on the planet”.
In May 2025, thousands of international entrepreneurs, investors, media outlets, and leaders will gather in Vancouver at our newest event: Web Summit Vancouver.

Retail Readiness Training Program with WalMart and Watson Institute

The Retail Readiness Entrepreneurship Training Program is a competitive 16-week leadership and venture development program designed to support 25 underserved retail entrepreneurs who transform agricultural inputs into higher-value products or work directly in agriculture. Founders receive essential training, a curated list of retail readiness certifications and the financial stipend to pursue those certifications, mentorship, and access to a robust network and community. The program also offers long-term, sustainable alumni support to help entrepreneurs become retail-ready, scale their ventures, create jobs, and positively impact their communities. Apply by 2/9/2025

GRANT OPPORTUNITY

Supporting Black Canadian Communities Initiative

The Supporting Black Canadian Communities Initiative (SBCCI) is a federal grants and contributions initiative. SBCCI was created in 2019 to:

celebrate and share knowledge about People of African descent's contributions in Canada
build capacity in vibrant Black communities across Canada
reflect Black voices in policies and programs that affect their lives
remove barriers related to anti-Black racism and other systemic inequities
SBCCI provides funding to help Black-led organizations build foundational infrastructure within Black communities.

Warrior Rising Grant

Warrior Rising strives to accept and assist veterans at any point in the process of starting their own business, whether it is only a concept or if they have actual operations. Funding of $20,000

Coach K Legacy Grant

Empower Your Business with the Coach K Legacy GrantWhether you’re launching a new product or scaling operations, this $2,500 grant can give your business the boost it needs to get to that next level.