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“30 Under 30” is a recognition of young Arab-Canadians who are empowering and making a difference in their community.
This recognition spotlights professionals and students in all fields, including but not-limited to: education, law, public service/politics, non-profit, business, entrepreneurs, engineers, medical professionals, artists, entertainers, writers, and media representatives.
How do I get recognized?
The process of selecting this year’s “30 Under 30” begins with self-nominations. All nominees should be over the age of 16 and under 30 as of April 1, 2023. Nominees should excel in their industry/field and be engaged in promoting their heritage and culture, empowering their communities, and making a difference. The competition is open to all professionals and students who live and work or study in Canada and are of Arab descent. If you are a newcomer, your achievements before your arrival to Canada will be considered.
Nominees can complete an online application of their background and achievements. A judging review panel will determine the finalists. All information submitted to The Canadian Arab Institute will remain confidential.
Winners will be announced by the end of Arab Heritage Month (April), and given a certificate and feature on the Canadian Arab Institute website.
Why 30?
The Canadian-Arab community is quite a young community. According to the 2021 Census, about two-thirds of Arab-Canadians are younger than the age of 30. This contest is in recognition of how talented and inspiring Arab youth are.
Eligibility/Criteria
The contest is open to Arab-Canadians living and working/studying in Canada;
Nominees must be at least 16 years of age or older and 30 years or younger as of April 1, 2023;
Nominees should have achieved success in the fields listed above: business sectors, education, law, public service/politics, non-profit, business leaders, entrepreneurs, engineers, medical professionals, artists, entertainers, writers, and media leaders;
Nominees should list achievements demonstrating, but not limited to, outstanding leadership, dedication to a career path, entrepreneurship, initiatives, volunteer efforts, and commitment to Arab-Canadian culture;
The judging panel will evaluate all qualified entries on the following criteria: (A) professional/academic achievement ; (B) community service; and (C) involvement in the Canadian-Arab community.
Only self-nominating applicants will be accepted.
Applications Open: Thursday, March 2, 2023
Applications Close: Friday, March 31, 2023, 11:59PM
For more information, please send an email to info@canadianarabinstitute.org
This initiative is inspired by our friends at the Arab America Foundation.
Congratulations to the 2023 Recipients
At the Canadian Arab Institute, we are committed to recognizing and celebrating the exceptional achievements of Arab Canadians making significant contributions in their respective fields. 30 remarkable Arab Canadians have been selected from a diverse and highly talented group of applicants. With great excitement, we announce the outstanding individuals chosen as our "30 Under 30" award recipients! We invite you to join us in honouring and celebrating these exceptional individuals in recognition of their accomplishments, dedication to promoting Arab heritage, empowering the community, and creating positive change.
Congratulations to the award recipients: Abrar Mechmechia, Alaa Khalaf, Alia Khan, Batool Barody, Hanen Nanaa, Hisham El-Halabi. Ibrahim Mohammad, Jana Jandal Alrfai, Karla Jubaily, Khaled Abdulwahed, Lila Mansour, Mariam J. Momani, Mohammad Al Akel, Nadia Rassoul, Nasser Haidar, Natalie Gergis, Noha Mohamed, Noor Fadel, Rawd Almsoud, Raymond Soussa, Saja Kilani, Salma Khalaf, Sara Emira, Sarah Benkirane, Sleman Aldib, Soundous Ettayebi, Steve Mansour, Tamar Batrawi, Tariq Haddadin, Yazan Al Bawwab.
To read more about our “30 Under 30” recipients, click here