The Odlum Brown Forum Pitch Finale 2024-2025
About this event
Join us at The Odlum Brown Forum Pitch Finale, a celebration and fundraiser like no other, which directly supports Canada’s growing network of self-identifying women, non-binary, and trans-femme entrepreneurs.
This event is a pivotal opportunity for supporters, donors, community leaders, and entrepreneurs to come together and advance The Forum’s mission of shifting social and economic power for women entrepreneurs.
“This program is…about learning, growing, and connecting. The entrepreneurial path is not for the faint of heart, but for those who dare to dream and work tirelessly towards those dreams. Your network is your net worth, and this program can help you build that.” - Bronwyn Bridges of PragmaClin, 2023/2024 Finalist
What to expect
Watch some of Canada’s most promising entrepreneurs pitch their business visions and cheer them on as they each walk away with prize packages valued at $30,000 in financial, community, and wisdom capital.
Activate your support by participating in our Live and Online Auctions. All proceeds enable The Forum, a national charity, to provide the resources, education, and community that women entrepreneurs need to thrive.
Engage with influential business leaders, grow your network, and gain valuable insights.
Enjoy a seated dinner while connecting with The Forum’s community of entrepreneurs and supporters.
See last year’s highlights
Tickets
By purchasing a ticket, you’re providing a critical donation in support of the entrepreneurs we’re proud to uplift. Please note that tickets are limited and are expected to sell out quickly.
Supporter Ticket: $489
Woman Entrepreneur Ticket: $229 - Available to self-identifying women, non-binary, and trans-femme entrepreneurs.
Patron Table (10 tickets): $7,500 - If interested in purchasing a table, please contact lisa@theforum.ca
Ticket purchases are eligible for a partial tax receipt. Tax receipts will be issued by the end of June 2025
Tickets are donations and non-refundable, but may be transferred upon request.
Event timing
5:00 - 6:30 PM | Reception
6:30 - 9:00 PM | Dinner, Pitches, & More
9:00 PM - Late | Twilight Lounge
Dress code
Business, cocktail, or evening attire–join us in what feels best!
Hotel bookings
Book a room at the JW Marriott Parq Vancouver using our preferred rate.
Accessibility accommodations
The venue is wheelchair accessible and we are happy to share any additional accessibility features you may have questions about. Contact us for support at hello@theforum.ca.
Why your support matters
When you join us for our largest fundraising event and take part in our Live and Online Auctions, you’ll help The Forum:
Serve 2700+ entrepreneurs annually from over 219 diverse communities across Canada.
Deliver and evolve education, mentorship, and community support - our program participation has increased by 73% in the last year alone.
Provide bursaries and a sliding scale for program fees that reduce barriers to participation.
Bid on exclusive items and experiences to support women entrepreneur
All proceeds from our Live and Online Auctions directly benefit our cross-Canada network of self-identifying women, non-binary, and trans-femme entrepreneurs.
Though our Live Auction will be hosted live in Vancouver, you can bid in our Online Auction from anywhere!
Our Online Auction launches April 10, 2025. Please save the date and stay tuned for details!
Donate to our Live and Online Auctions
If you’d like to help us fundraise in support of women entrepreneurs while generating buzz for your business, contact onlineauction@theforum.ca to donate to the Online Auction, and akinnear@theforum.ca to donate to the Live Auction.
With thanks to our sponsors
Interested in joining these amazing organizations and becoming a sponsor of The Odlum Brown Forum Pitch? Contact lisa@theforum.ca.
What is The Odlum Brown Forum Pitch?
Confidence, real-world experience, and a new network of support—that’s how The Odlum Brown Forum Pitch program helps entrepreneurs navigate, activate, and fast-track their access to the different types of capital they need to thrive.
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