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What To Expect

Unlock Opportunities at the BWEPC 2025

Here’s what you can look forward to:

  • Exhibition: Spotlighting innovative Black-owned businesses and their offerings.
  • Career Fair: Connect with top recruiters and explore new career opportunities.
  • Workshops and Masterclasses: Gain insights and skills from renowned industry leaders.

What We Offer

BWEPC 2025 is designed to be inclusive and accessible.

We offer flexible options to suit your needs, including full conference passes, visa and hotel support, specialized and VIP passes for the exhibit, career fair, and masterclasses

Our goal is to provide a transformative experience for all attendees, fostering connections, learning, and growth opportunities across various industries and career stages.

Our Networking spaces connects diverse global professionals, fostering partnerships and unlocking growth opportunities. We facilitate meaningful relationships that drive business deals and career advancement, empowering attendees to achieve new levels of success

Top 4 reasons for
Attending

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Showcase of Excellence

Explore a dynamic exhibition of innovative products, services, and artistry from Canadian and international talented Black women entrepreneurs, with a special feature on Indigenous women's arts and crafts.
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Professional Growth & Career Opportunities

Join expert-led workshops and panels and connect with Canadian employers at our inclusive career fair, offering opportunities for domestic and international job applicants across diverse industries.
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Knowledge Expansion

Gain insights from cutting-edge workshops and masterclasses led by domestic and international industry experts, focusing on trends, technologies, and strategies to advance your career or business.
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Powerful Networking

Build lasting relationships with Black women entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and mentors through curated networking events designed to foster meaningful global collaborations and fuel business growth and professional advancement.

Masterclasses & Workshops

Join world-class experts for intensive learning experiences designed to catapult your business forward.

  • Financial Literacy for Business Leaders
  • Unlock Funding for Your Business
  • How to Sell to the Canadian Government
  • Career Pathways – Real Estate & Construction
  • AI and my career
  • Demystifying the Canadian Experience: What You Need to Know

Travel & Accommodation

We’ve curated the best options to make your trip comfortable and convenient.

    • Venue: State-of-the-art Vancouver Convention Centre
    • Exclusive rates at luxury and boutique hotels
    • Transportation: Information on moving around
    • City Tours: Explore Vancouver with recommended guided excursions

Visa Information

  • We’re here to support your journey to the summit with streamlined visa processes.

    • Comprehensive visa requirement guide by country
    • Fast-track invitation letters for registered attendees
    • Dedicated event coordinators for all queries
    • Approved IRCC event for visa application support

Who Will Benefit From Attending?

Anyone Supporting Black Women-led Business and Professional Growth: Individuals interested in supporting the empowerment of black women in business and the professional world, or those looking to shop for some amazing products and services.

Young Executives and Business Leaders

Engage in strategic planning and gain insights into innovative solutions to propel your business forward.

Entrepreneurs and Start-up Owners

Discover the latest trends, technologies, and practices to enhance your business's performance and market presence.

Professionals in Career Transition

Learn about new opportunities and skills needed for advancement in today's competitive landscape.

Retail and Food Enthusiasts

Explore access pathways to display and sell through main street retailers and grow within the retail and food industry sectors.

Some Past Speakers

Get ready for a series of engaging talks, interactive sessions, and enlightening discussions that will expand your horizons and spark new ideas.

Brenda Bailey

Hounourable Minster

Brenda Bailey

“It is so important that we promote inclusivity and equal opportunity, to create a level playing field for everybody, but having a strong and knowledgeable network, can make all the difference”

Harry Bains

Hounourable Minster

Harry Bains

“Canada has given us a lot, but now it is our responsibility to our future generations to make sure that the Canada we leave behind is better than what we have today.”

Bukkie Adewuyi

Board , Black Opportunity Fund

Bukkie Adewuyi

“At the BOF, We Back Black, so know that there is an organization that can stand in the gap for you.”

Nicole Su

Vancity

Nicole Su

“We recognize and truly appreciate the important ways and roles that women play in building communities and economies.”

Manpreet Minhas

Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) 

Manpreet Minhas


“The success of our communities is intricately woven into the success of Black communities”

Dr. Ruth Kasolo

Project Director, Private Sector Foundation Uganda (PSFU)

Dr. Ruth Kasolo Project Director

“Together, we rise, empowered by our resilience, driven by our vision, and united in the pursuit of creating a legacy that will inspire generations to come.”

Mr. Solomon Iwegim

Relationship Manager, Business Markets RBC

Mr. Solomon Iwegim

“We will support you in an unwavering manner and make sure your entrepreneurial dreams are funded.”

Visitor FAQs

What is the BW Business Exhibit & Professional Convention, 2025?

International gathering showcasing Black women entrepreneurs and professionals. Features exhibitions, masterclasses, panels, and a career fair with Canadian employers seeking domestic and international talent.

Who attends the convention?

Everyone including Black women entrepreneurs, industry leaders, investors, employers, and professionals from various sectors. Includes innovators, thought leaders, and diversity advocates.

Who exhibits at the convention?

Black women-owned businesses across industries like fashion, tech, food production, real estate, and wellness. Dedicated section for Indigenous women’s creative works.

When and where is the convention?

March 21-22, 2025, at Vancouver Convention Centre, downtown Vancouver, Canada.

Accommodation and Travel

Special hotel rates and travel discounts available. See Travel & Accommodation page for details, including airport transfers.

Seminars and Keynotes

Expert-led seminars and keynotes offering practical advice and cutting-edge business strategies. Speaker lineup and schedule to be announced.

Badge Information

Mandatory for access to all areas. Collection details provided post-registration.

Visa Information

All registered attendees will receive a visa support letter with an IRCC event approval code and instructions to apply through an online immigration secured network to facilitate the visa process.

Belongings Storage and Accessibility
    • Secure storage available on-site for personal belongings.
    • Accessible facilities provided. Contact show team for specific needs.
Contacting the Show Team

For inquiries: Lenora (lenora@blackwomencanada.org) or Nafoni (nafoni@blackwomencanada.org)

Registration

Select your registration type. This ensures a smooth registration process tailored to your needs.

International

For International Attendees and Exhibitors

Domestic and US

For Domestic and US Attendees and Exhibitors

Canadian Recruiters Only

This is for Canadian Career Fair Exhibitors Only

Canadian Recruiters Registration

Canadian Recruiters Only

International Registration

Exhibitors

Non Exhibitors

**All refund requests are subject to a 15% non-refundable administrative fee for the processing of refunds and bank charges. This fee will be deducted from the total refunded amount. A full refund (less the administrative fee) will be provided upon presentation of a visa refusal letter for nationals requiring visas.

Domestic & US Registration

General Admission

Exhibitors

Award and Gala