Deadline: August 14, 2025
The BlackNorth Initiative Lifetime Achievement Award 2025, proudly sponsored by Enbridge, is now open for nominations. This prestigious honour recognises a distinguished individual who has made a profound, measurable, and long-lasting impact in advancing the rights, freedoms, and well-being of Black Canadians.
Whether through advocacy, education, leadership, or systemic change, this award celebrates those whose legacy has uplifted communities and inspired generations.
About the BlackNorth Initiative Lifetime Achievement Award
The BlackNorth Initiative Lifetime Achievement Award 2025 honours individuals with a minimum of 10 years of impactful contributions that have influenced individuals, organisations, or society at large in support of Black communities across Canada. These changemakers have shaped culture, language, education, and social justice within the Black and BIPOC landscape.
Award Highlights:
- Presented at the 3rd Annual BlackNorth Initiative Excellence Gala
- Two recipients will be selected
- Each winner will direct a $15,000 prize to a registered charity or non-profit of their choice that supports the Black community
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the BlackNorth Initiative Lifetime Achievement Award 2025, nominees must meet the following requirements:
- Self-identify as Black or of African descent
- Have at least 10 years of documented accomplishments advocating for the rights and well-being of Black Canadians
- Demonstrate leadership, ingenuity, and measurable community impact
- Focus of work must align with Black culture, language, education, and/or rights
Donation Recipient Requirements
Each winner will nominate a charity or NPO to receive the $15,000 donation. To be eligible, the organisation must:
- Be active on the Corporations Canada registry
- Be a registered Canadian charity or non-profit
- Demonstrate a strong track record of service to the Black community
- Align with the missions and ethics of both BlackNorth Initiative and Enbridge
Award Evaluation Criteria
Nominees must clearly demonstrate:
- Outstanding leadership and a lasting commitment to uplifting others
- Support for Black culture, language, education, or civil rights
- A well-documented record of impactful initiatives with tangible results
Key Dates to Remember
- 🗓️ Nomination Deadline: August 14, 2025, at 11:59 PM EST
- 🗓️ Charity/NPO Submission by Winners: May 3, 2026
- 🏆 Award Presentation: Fall 2026 at the 3rd Annual BlackNorth Initiative Excellence Gala
Submit a Nomination Today
Celebrate those who have dedicated their lives to driving change and uplifting the Black community. If you know someone whose lifetime of work deserves national recognition, nominate them now.
👉 Submit your nomination here – BlackNorth Initiative Lifetime Achievement Award 2025 Nomination Form
For questions or further information, contact info@blacknorth.cause
About Enbridge – Award Sponsor
Enbridge is proud to support this award as part of its ongoing commitment to community leadership, equity, and inclusion across Canada. Learn more about their diversity and social impact efforts at www.enbridge.com.
Help us honour excellence and inspire the next generation of leaders. Nominate a deserving individual today for the BlackNorth Initiative Lifetime Achievement Award 2025.
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