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Award winning public servant. To the next Generation: “Don’t be afraid to fail!”

Cancer Surgeon To the next Generation: “Your success should be measured in terms of impact – not financial gain.”

Lawyer with a background in management and in human rights pertaining to the constitutional rights of vulnerable communities. To the next Generation: “Do not be silent . Use your voice for those who cannot speak for themselves. We achieve more ...

Founder of How She Hustles, a network that connects diverse women through social media and special events. To the next Generation: “Believe that your life has purpose, you have a voice and you can use both for good.”

Director of SciXchange To the next Generation: “Seek help and persevere through the difficult times, and act with integrity and empathy.”

A ‘Trini to the bone’, is known in Hamilton, Ontario as one who took action to ensure justice and equity for youth and the wider community. She is an Educator, founder and producer of African Caribbean Cultural Potpourri Inc. To ...

Treasurer of the Ontario Black History Society and the Owen Sound Emancipation Festival To the next Generation: “If you have questions, don’t be afraid to ask for help when seeking the answers. Sometimes the answers are simple and obvious; other ...

Journalist, communications specialist and philanthropist. To the next Generation: “Work hard. Work smart. Seize the moment. Honour your elders and ancestors. Give of yourself, then of your resources. Take nothing for granted. Enjoy life – it is not long. Not ...

Certified Management Consultant, A Certified Coach, and a Sculptor! To the next Generation: “We live much longer. You will have multiple careers. Create choices for yourself by being open-minded and agile. Resilience comes from acquiring solid knowledge and building a ...

Group Benefits Underwriter and A woman of god and mother To the next Generation: “My best advice for the next generation would be never let failure or fear stop you from learning and growing as a person. Embrace your shortcomings ...