The Elevate Noir Gala is a premier luxury empowerment gala and cultural experience dedicated to celebrating Black excellence, fostering meaningful connections, and advancing economic opportunity within the Black community of Toronto & GTA.

More than a gala, Elevate Noir is a movement designed to bring together entrepreneurs, executives, professionals, creatives, investors, community leaders, and changemakers for an unforgettable evening of inspiration, networking, education, and celebration.

Our mission is to bridge the gap between talent and opportunity by creating a space where influential leaders and aspiring professionals can connect, collaborate, and build lasting relationships. Through powerful keynote speakers, engaging panel discussions, business networking, live entertainment, fashion and curated luxury experiences, the Elevate Noir Gala empowers attendees to elevate their careers, businesses, and communities.

This event will be a full networking experience with the below segments:

“BLACK AVENUE” - Luxury Vendor Marketplace

“TASTE OF TORONTO” - Curated dining experience from black- owned restaurants in the GTA.

Open Bar or Cash Bar (Depending on Ticket Purchased)

Dedicated Networking Opportunities

Black Mental Health & Financial Speakers

A Panel of Successful Black Professionals

Fashion Show (Black Canadian Designers)

Live Entertainment

(DJ, Comedic Hosts, Spoken Word, Dancers & Musical Performances)

Silent Auction

Luxury After Party (With DJ)

We are seeking sponsorship partners who believe in diversity, inclusion, economic empowerment, entrepreneurship, education, and investing in the future of Black communities.

We welcome financial, product, service, and in-kind sponsorships from organizations in a wide range of industries.

EVENT UPDATE (07/02/2026)

We have a 50% of participants applied to be apart of this event confirmed.