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Celebrating women who lead across Canada
Women entrepreneurs and leaders are crucial in shaping industries and communities, yet often go unrecognized. The She & Success Business Awards aim to change this by celebrating their achievements.
Meet the 10 categories of impact
Each award recognizes a different kind of leadership. Whether you're building from the ground up, leading at the highest level, or moving culture forward, there's a place here for your story.
Entrepreneur of the year
The founder who built something real from vision and grit.
Executive excellence
The leader reshaping industries and setting the standard.
Creator-Based Business
The artist, writer, or maker defining what comes next.
Business Woman of the Year
The Pinnacle Award for Excellence in Leadership
This is our most prestigious honour, celebrating an extraordinary woman whose vision, innovation, and leadership have set new benchmarks for success in the Canadian business landscape. This award recognizes a leader who has not only achieved significant financial growth but has also built a sustainable company culture and inspired others along the way.
Women in Finance Award
Transforming Wealth & Economic Empowerment
Honouring founders, executives, or financial experts who are transforming the finance and fintech sectors. This award goes beyond the balance sheet; it recognizes women who are advancing financial literacy, democratizing access to capital, and creating more inclusive financial systems for women.
Women in Tech Award
Driving the Digital Future
Recognizing a woman entrepreneur or leader who is driving innovation, breaking barriers, and shaping the future through technology. Whether leading a software startup, driving digital transformation in a legacy firm, or pioneering AI, this winner is rewriting the code of Canadian business.
Community Impact Award
Heart of the Community
Highlighting women-led initiatives that drive meaningful change and social development in local communities. This award celebrates the “local heroes” whose businesses or non-profits are deeply embedded in the fabric of their neighbourhoods, creating safety, opportunity, and connection.
Black Business Woman
of the Year
Excellence, Resilience, and Legacy
Honouring an inspiring Black entrepreneur who exemplifies excellence and leadership. This award celebrates a woman who is not only driving business success but is also a pillar of strength, paving the way for economic empowerment within the Black community.
Women in Real Estate &
Construction Award
Building Foundations, Breaking Barriers
Acknowledging women who are reshaping traditionally male-dominated sectors. From residential and commercial real estate to construction management and architecture, this award honours the women literally building our future.
Sustainability & Social
Enterprise Award
Profit with Purpose
Honouring women entrepreneurs building environmentally conscious and socially responsible ventures. This category is for the changemakers proving that you can protect the planet and people while running a profitable business.
Women in STEM
Excellence Award
Pioneering Science & Engineering
Celebrating innovation and leadership in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics. This award recognizes women translating complex scientific concepts into real-world solutions that advance health, infrastructure, or knowledge.
Indigenous Woman
Entrepreneur of the Year
Honouring Heritage & Economic Sovereignty
Celebrating an Indigenous business leader (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit) whose innovation and entrepreneurship are making a lasting impact. This award recognizes the balance of cultural stewardship with economic growth.
LGBTQ+ Woman
Entrepreneur of the Year
The Power of Authenticity
Recognizing a trailblazing entrepreneur from the LGBTQ+ community. This award honors a leader who brings her full, authentic self to the business world, proving that diversity is a competitive advantage.
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FAQs
Questions about our categories? Find answers below or reach out directly.
Yes. Self-nominations are welcome and equally valued. We want to hear directly from leaders who are making waves.
Our awards celebrate women leaders across Canada. Global nominations are considered on a case-by-case basis if the nominee has significant Canadian impact.
Each category has clear descriptions and examples. You can nominate in the category that best reflects the nominee's primary impact, or contact us for guidance.
Yes. Check our homepage for the current nomination deadline. Early submissions help us review thoroughly and notify finalists in time for the gala.
Our judging panel reviews all nominations against clear criteria. Learn more about our transparent process on the How Judging Works page.
Absolutely. There's no limit on nominations per organization. Each nomination is reviewed independently on its merits.
Yes. We recognize that the best leaders often know their own worth. Self-nominations carry the same weight as external ones in our review process.
Each award has its own focus and criteria. Start with the category that best matches the nominee's primary work, and our team can help clarify if needed.
Nomination windows close on set dates each year. Check the homepage for exact deadlines and plan ahead to ensure your submission is complete and thoughtful.
Our panel reviews every nomination against clear criteria focused on impact, innovation, and leadership. Head to the How Judging Works page for the full transparent process.
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