5 to Watch - Canada's Sports Business Awards

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Welcome to the 5 to Watch: Canada's Sports Business Awards

Canada's first and only awards show dedicated to advancing leadership in sports, honoring five remarkable professionals under 40 each year. This prestigious event also recognizes alumni, women disruptors, and lifetime achievers who have made significant contributions to the industry.

With over 350 sports business professionals attending annually, the event fosters connections, celebrates excellence, and provides invaluable networking opportunities. 100% of net proceeds benefit student awards and bursaries.

Key Impact:

$640K+ Funds raised in support of George Brown College Students 
$150K+ In Student Bursaries Granted
66 Sport Business Executives Awarded
5,000+ Attendees

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What is 5 to Watch - Canada's Sports Business Awards?

Unique to Canada, this ground-breaking fundraiser celebrates difference-makers from the world of sports commerce. To date, our annual event has raised over $400,000 in student scholarship funds.

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Learn more about 5 to Watch

Audience shot of 5 to Watch awards ceremony

Community

See the community of volunteers who make up the key advisory board, key committees, and the nominations review team.

Podium in front of a screen at 5 to Watch

Partners & Suppliers

Discover who has supported us along the way including our presenting partner, the Globe and Mail, premier partners, promotional partners, friend sponsors and our official suppliers.

2018 5 to Watch and Alumni achievement award winners

Current & Past Winners

Meet the previous winners from Canada's sports business community.

Candice Joseph, 2017 SDI Sport and Event Marketing Award winner

Student Bursaries

Learn how to give back to support students in the Sport and Event Marketing Program.

Overhead shot of reception for 5 to Watch event.

Event

Find out about how and when we're celebrating tour winners this year.

We're grateful for the support of our partners

Co-presenting Partners

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Premier Partners

Learn more about our partners who have supported us over the years.

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