CHAMPIONS

  • IFC, Equity to empower more women-owned enterprises
    Equity Group CEO James Mwangi.  Equity Bank Kenya and Equity Group Foundation have signed a new partnership with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) to roll out an online course to promote entrepreneurship among women. The Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women is a global initiative that helps foster economic growth by providing ...
  • Winning advice for 2024!
    A few of our Top 25 Canadian Immigrants from 2023 share their thoughts, wisdom and some inspirational advice with you as we take on 2024! Sobhana Jaya-Madhavan Associate vice president, external relations, Simon Fraser University Firstly, remember to treat life as an adventure; enjoy the journey and don’t be overly worried about the ...
  • From War-Torn Land to Empowering Canadian Newcomers’ Lives: A Refugee’s Journey of Hope and Giving Back
    This is the incredible life story of someone who has overcome unimaginable challenges to become a beacon of hope and support for others. Meet Thary Phy, who with determination and resilience, escaped war-torn Cambodia as a refugee, faced adversity as an immigrant in Canada, and is now dedicated to assisting ...
  • 5 ways humility can help you get ahead in your career
    When we think of traits that successful people typically exhibit, many come to mind – including technical prowess, communication and interpersonal skills, charisma, enthusiasm and vision. But one important factor is often overlooked: humility. Humility is derived from the Latin ‘humilitas’, meaning ‘from the earth’. Since ancient times, it has been ...
  • 5 Things Young African Entrepreneurs Can Learn from Africa’s Richest Man, Aliko Dangote
    Dangote is Africa’s richest man and the world’s richest black person, with a net worth of $13.9 billion. Dangote Aliko Dangote has always been interested in business since he was young. He borrowed $3,000 from his uncle shortly after graduating from college at the age of 21 to import and sell agricultural ...