When we launched the Black Pitch Contest, our goal was to create an inclusive, barrier-free opportunity for Black entrepreneurs to showcase their businesses. Through your honest feedback, we’ve learned that the public voting section felt like an added hurdle. We hear you loud and clear, and we’re making an immediate change.
✨ Public voting is now removed – No need to gather votes or campaign for support. The contest will now focus entirely on your business, your vision, and your potential.
✨ The deadline is extended – You now have until March 17, 2025 to submit your application!
This is about you—your ideas, your innovation, your business. We want to see as many of you step forward as possible. If you’ve been hesitant before, now is your time to shine. No barriers, no extra steps—just your pitch, judged on its own merit.
We can’t wait to see your submissions. Apply today, and let’s build something amazing together!
The Black Pitch Contest is a program operated by the Black Entrepreneurs and Businesses of Canada (BEBC) Society and in collaboration with the Black Opportunity Fund (BOF).
This opportunity welcomes Black businesses from across the country to pitch their brilliant idea to win up to $50K in prizing and more! Winners will be announced at this year’s in-person Pitch Competition in May 2025.
Our annual pitch competition serves as a powerful platform for Black entrepreneurs to showcase their visionary ideas, gain invaluable mentorship, and secure crucial funding to propel their ventures forward.
Left to right: Walid Baba Moussa, Evans Eugene Osei, Craig Wellington, Andrea Chambers, Mwenda Dyck, Djalil Baba Moussa, Nanette Sene, Stéphane Beaulne
Elevate your key value proposition. Define what goals you wish to achieve.
Get recognized nationally by your peers, potential investors, collaborators and more!
Connect with like minded entrepreneurs and business owners. Apply for the Black Business Awards!
Pitch your idea live to a panel of judges, meet fellow entrepreneurs, sponsors, investors and more!
Learn from industry experts. Receive free tools, resources and opportunities to reach more customers.
Win cash prizes to help your business thrive. Network and connect with people looking for suppliers just like YOU!
February 1, 2025
Applications Open
March 17, 2025
Applications Close
March 26, 2025
Top 27 Finalists Announced
April 2, 2025
Top 18 Finalists Announced
April 9, 2025
Top 9 Finalists Announced
Preparations for Live Pitches with Mentors
May 17, 2025
Live Pitch Competition
In-Person in Vancouver, BC
Video tips and guidelines:
Media and form requirements:
Left to right: Nanette Sene, Paul Brassard, Mwenda Dyck
If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, you’re not just supporting a contest, you’re investing in the future of Canadian business and contributing to the economic empowerment of the Black community. As a sponsor, your support will greatly impact this transformative initiative and be the catalyst for growth, innovation, and success within Canada’s Black business ecosystem.
