Black Pitch Contest

About

The Black Pitch Contest offers Black entrepreneurs in Canada the opportunity to showcase their visionary ideas, gain mentorship and funding, and receive national recognition and exposure, with a chance to win up to $50,000 in prizes at the live Pitch Competition in Vancouver, BC.

Benefits

• 💰Financial Support
  Up to $50,000 CAD worth of prizing, tools, resources, and more
• 🎤Publicity Opportunities
  Brand exposure and recognition nationally
• 🎓Training & Mentorship
• 1-on-1 mentoring and coaching from industry experts
• 💰Financial Support
  Funding opportunities and networking with potential investors and collaborators
• 🎤Publicity Opportunities
  Opportunity to attend the Black Business Awards
• ✈️ Travel Support
  Paid trip to Vancouver, BC for the live Pitch Competition

Eligibility Criteria

• Must be a legal resident of Canada
• Any age or gender in any industry
• Open to registering as a Canadian business
• Founder or majority shareholder(s) must self-identify as Black
• Must be passionate about the idea being pitched
• Must understand that funding is taxable
• Must be available to attend the in-person Pitch Competition in May 2025 if named as a finalist

Target Region

Canada

Target Sector

All Industries