BMO Celebrating Women Grant Program Reaches $1 Million Milestone
BMO Financial Group is celebrating its 10-year anniversary of the BMO Celebrating Women grant program, which has reached $1 million in support for Canadian women-owned businesses. The annual initiative provides $100,000 in grants to ten Canadian women-owned businesses recognized for innovative solutions that strengthen communities and advance at least two United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs). This year's recipients were announced on July 27, 2026.
Sharon Haward-Laird, Group Head, Canadian Commercial Banking & North American Integrated Solutions, and Executive Sponsor of BMO for Women, said: 'This year's BMO Celebrating Women grant program recipients represent the innovation, resilience and leadership needed to help strengthen communities and drive Canada's economy forward.'
The ten 2026 recipients are from various provinces across Canada. They will receive access to tailored resources and expert guidance to support the continued growth of their businesses. Each recipient will also participate in a two-day BMO Celebrating Women grant Summit in Toronto this fall, where they will connect with BMO leaders and strategic partners.