We’re thrilled to introduce the winners of 2025 Visa She’s Next Grant, supporting women entrepreneurs across Canada. This year, 20 exceptional women-led businesses will each receive a $10,000 grant and gain access to an exclusive mentorship program delivered in partnership with YSpace, York University.
Through personalized support, curated resources, and valuable networking opportunities, this program is designed to help women entrepreneurs grow and thrive. We look forward to championing the next generation of women in business as they embark on this transformative journey!
Aruna Revolution is a fibertech company creating high-performance, compostable absorbent fibers from upcycled plants. They replace synthetic and tree-based materials in disposable hygiene products, advancing a circular economy and setting a new standard for sustainability and performance.
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Atome Bakery delivers artisan, ready-to-bake sourdough bread and pastries straight to your door. Made with clean ingredients and slow-fermented, their products bake fresh in 30 minutes—no baking skills needed, French quality guaranteed. They make real bread easy and accessible, even if you don’t live near a bakery.
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Bayes Studio is an AI-powered environmental tech company focused on wildfire resilience. They develop autonomous aerial and ground-based systems that detect, predict, and monitor wildfires in real time. By combining machine learning with multispectral sensing, they deliver early alerts and insights that help protect communities, ecosystems, and critical infrastructure.
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Empowering cities to adopt zero-waste circular food packaging through track & trace software for efficient reverse logistics. Bo offers modular reuse systems—from deposit-return models to full-service logistics and warewashing—built for seamless integration into food service operations. Scalable, and data-driven, Bo makes circularity practical, measurable, and accessible.
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A Deaf & woman-owned and led business, Eversa supports institutions, companies and individuals in their goals to improve accessibility for Deaf, DeafBlind, and hard-of-hearing people by using a range of complementary sign language-related services in training, consulting, and translation. Eversa’s core purpose is to actively contribute to removing all barriers and prejudices preventing Canadians from evolving in an equitable and egalitarian society.
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Facetec is an all-in-one photo and patient management platform for medical aesthetics and therapeutics. Designed to streamline workflows, it offers secure, HIPAA-compliant photo management with tools for treatment assessment and portfolio creation. Facetec helps practitioners capture, organize, and compare clinical photography to build trust and grow their practice while integrating EMR capabilities to simplify operations.
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Gibbly is an AI-powered teaching assistant that helps educators save hours each week by generating curriculum-aligned lessons and gamified activities in seconds, directly within Canva. Teachers are overworked and underappreciated, often spending their evenings and weekends on lesson prep. Gibbly helps them reclaim their time. Named the 2024 Canadian EdTech Startup of the Year, Gibbly is supporting teachers because when they thrive, students do too.
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GLOW Beauty Bar is an award-winning boutique facial spa in Toronto, founded by Ashley Cammisuli. Known for results-driven treatments and a luxurious, welcoming environment, GLOW offers medical-grade facials, skincare products, and community events—all designed to empower women through expert care, education, and confidence.
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Goodbake is a women-led small business in Calgary, founded by two sisters with a passion for snacks and a shared entrepreneurial spirit. They specialize in crafting gluten-free, nut-free crunchy brownies made from simple, wholesome ingredients. Their snacks offer a tasty, worry-free option for families, kids, and health-conscious snackers. At Goodbake, they're on a mission to support Canadian food production, promote better snacking choices, and grow a sustainable, community-rooted business through entrepreneurship.
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Joeydolls is home to the world’s most diverse Asian doll line. They create award-winning cultural dolls that celebrate heritage, promote inclusivity, and spark joy. Designed by a mom raising a multicultural family, each doll is rooted in authenticity to help kids feel seen, proud, and connected through purposeful play. Their mission is to make diverse representation a joyful part of every childhood.
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At joni, they believe period care should be accessible, sustainable, and stigma-free. they're a purpose-led, Canadian menstrual care brand disrupting a traditionally antiquated industry by creating plant-based, innovative, and impact-driven consumer and commercial products that give back with every purchase. From breaking taboos to partnering with grassroots organizations for menstrual equity, they're not just building a brand—they're building a movement.
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Juno Technologies is an award-winning startup pioneering a patent-pending, discreet, portable, and connected medical device that provides quick and long-lasting relief from menstrual pain.
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Mentorly is an AI-first mentorship platform that helps companies grow, retain, and develop their people. By making mentorship structured, scalable, and data-driven, Mentorly unlocks potential, identifies future leaders, and strengthens culture, building workplaces where people thrive.
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Nature Bee is a Canadian company creating beautiful, sustainable alternatives to everyday household products. From beeswax wraps to concentrated cleaning tablets, Nature Bee is on a mission to reduce plastic waste and empower communities to make simple, meaningful changes for the planet.
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ReYu Paralysis Recovery Centre is a nonprofit neurorehabilitation facility in Edmonton that empowers individuals and redefines possibilities for individuals to regain function and independence. Using activity-based therapy, dynamic movement intervention therapy, innovative technology, and a client-centered approach, ReYu helps individuals of all ages defy limits and reach their full potential. It’s a place of possibility, progress, and community—where recovery is redefined every day.
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SKIN.TO shares, recommends, and sells the best of Asian skincare to help customers reach their skin goals. Their goal is to create a unique skincare buying journey for every customer that has the immediacy, customer service, and credibility of physical stores with the prices and selection of online retail.
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Struisvogel Ranch is a family-run ostrich farm in Prince Edward County, providing Ontario with healthy, sustainable red meat. As first-generation farmers, they breed, hatch, and raise ostriches on-site while educating visitors about the benefits of ostrich farming. Welcoming over 10,000 visitors annually, the ranch offers premium meat, leather goods, feathers, and skincare products, promoting agritourism and local food production in Ontario.
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Trèsolz is a women-led Canadian footwear brand providing stylish, comfortable, and affordable shoes for women with larger feet—no compromises. Founded by Judy Stewart, who personally experienced the challenges of finding fashionable shoes in size 10.5, Trèsolz is on a mission to expand footwear options for women seeking style and comfort in extended sizes. By prioritizing design, quality, and accessibility, Trèsolz empowers women to step confidently into every aspect of their lives with shoes that truly fit.
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Wild Life Outdoor Adventures creates nature-inspired activity kits, tools, and games that spark curiosity and outdoor play. Blending education with adventure, each product is designed to get kids exploring, learning, and connecting with the wild world around them. With eco-friendly packaging and engaging themes, Wild Life makes outdoor play easy, fun, and screen-free for families and educators alike.
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Wireless PnC develops innovative wireless charging solutions for light electric vehicles such as e-bikes, e-scooters. Our technology enables seamless, efficient, and user-friendly charging without cables, supporting cleaner cities and smarter transportation. They collaborate with leading universities and industry partners to drive the future of sustainable urban mobility.
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