Power of Community 2026: The Next Era
Join Canada's Black Entrepreneurship Ecosystem for our flagship BHM event, defining the next era of Black Innovation
In each of the last 3 years, the Power of Community Symposium brought together Canada's most successful Black founders, professionals, investors, and ecosystem partners - to drive collaboration in our shared missions. This year's theme - The Next Era - is focused on how we collaboratively sustain the momentum we have created. How do we ensure that the impact of our programs & funds outlive all of us?
Attendees will get direct access to funding, jobs & resources from 30+ programs and funds that support Black founders, professionals, and youth at our ecosystem booths. Alongside practical guidance, through interactive discussions on:
🏛️ The Future of Our Ecosystem: How can the next 5 years of Black innovation in Canada, be more impactful than the last? Join this impactful dialogue with key leaders shaping our government policy, corporate partnerships & capital deployment
🚀 The Next Generation of Black Talent: How can we better support those starting their journeys? From first-time Black founders to young Black talent, exciting opportunities launching for you in 2026 will be shared
📈 The Journey To Scale: How can our most successful Black founders scale across provinces, get exits, and take their businesses global? Join this important discussion, with those making it happen
The "Next Era" Town Hall
This year, we are excited to introduce the Ecosystem Town Hall. An open-floor, call-and-response session designed to keep our program leads, investors & community members accountable. This is your space to share honest feedback, ask candid questions, call out gaps, and help shape the roadmap for the next cycle of Black innovation.
The Hiring & Founder Zone
If you are a Black founder looking to grow your team, or a Black professional looking for your next role, the Hiring Zone is the place to be. Connect directly with hiring managers and founders who are actively recruiting for open roles.
The Interactive Engagement Wall
Participate in our "Needs & Offers" wall to find your next partner, co-founder, mentor, or service provider in real-time.
Meet Our 2026 Speakers:
This is more than an event; it’s a commitment to shaping the next era of our ecosystem. You will leave energized, connected, and equipped to achieve your 2026 goals.
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