On October 25, 2025, the spotlight will shine brightly at the Pearson Convention Centre as the Canada International Black Women Excellence (CIBWE) celebrates its 10th Anniversary with the prestigious Black Pearls Gala 2025.
For ten years, CIBWE has been a powerful platform dedicated to recognizing, celebrating, and empowering Black women across Canada and the diaspora. The Black Pearls Gala has become the signature event of this movement—a space where excellence, resilience, and leadership are honored in grand style.
Awards of Honour: Celebrating Black Women’s Legacy
The heart of the evening will be the Awards of Honour, presented to remarkable Black women who have excelled in leadership, business, culture, advocacy, and community impact. These awards are not just accolades—they are a tribute to legacies being built and a recognition of the enduring contributions Black women continue to make in shaping Canada’s social, cultural, and economic landscape.
From trailblazers breaking barriers in boardrooms to visionaries leading grassroots change, the honorees embody the resilience and brilliance that CIBWE was founded to celebrate.
A Night of Elegance and Impact
Beyond the awards, guests can look forward to:
• Unforgettable performances highlighting the richness of African and Caribbean cultures.
• Glamorous fashion moments befitting the elegance of the evening.
• Elite networking opportunities with community leaders, innovators, and changemakers.
• A celebration of heritage, sisterhood, and empowerment in one unforgettable night.
The Black Pearls Gala is not only a celebration—it is a call to action, reminding all in attendance of the importance of investing in and uplifting Black women’s voices, talents, and leadership.
Join the Celebration
As CIBWE marks this historic 10-year milestone, the Black Pearls Gala promises to be more than an event—it will be a legacy moment for the community. Tickets are already in high demand, and this is a night you will not want to miss.
Secure your place now, and be part of a historic evening where Black excellence shines brightest.
Editor: Emmanuel Emmfo Emmanuel Emmfo
