Bikila Awards

Bikila Award Inc. is a registered non-political, non-religious, and not-for-profit organization.For more than 40 years, numerous Ethiopians have chosen Canada as their second home. Currently, over 75,000 Canadians of Ethiopian descent live in various provinces, with the majority residing in Toronto.

While 40 years may seem short in the context of community settlement, it has been long enough for some members of our community to become grandparents. This milestone encourages us to focus on the future by collectively sharing our positive experiences and accomplishments.

As a community, our journey has been challenging, akin to many first-generation immigrants in Canada. We have encountered ongoing settlement difficulties. Nevertheless, it is counterproductive to dwell solely on problems. The Mental Law of Correspondence teaches us that negative thinking attracts negativity, while positive thinking fosters positive outcomes (Paraphrased from peak performance seminars and quotations by motivational speaker Brian Tracy.)

Thus, we should shift our mindset to reflect on our achievements, setting the stage for the younger generation to succeed while preserving their Ethiopian heritage.

Celebrating our past and present accomplishments empowers us to highlight our contributions to society and promotes excellence among the younger generation. Recognizing success stories, both big and small, enhances our global community’s image and provides valuable lessons for the youth to emulate.