✨Applications are NOW OPEN on www.cafawards.ca for The Bay Fashion Fund, an initiative built to mentor and support emerging BIPOC designers and brands in Canada. The Fashion Fund will award one BIPOC designer(s) or brand with a $25,000 grant, coupled with a three-year mentorship program to help tackle some of the obstacles new designers face when entering the competitive retail landscape. As part of the three-year mentorship program, the selected recipient will gain an unprecedented opportunity to leverage The Bay’s network to build their skills and expertise in product development, sourcing, financial management and marketing, including the possibility to partner with The Bay’s brick-and-mortar and digital channels to showcase and sell their collection. The Fashion Fund is open to all fashion, footwear, handbag and jewelry collections. Applications are due September 8th, 2022 and the winner will be announced at the Canadian Arts & Fashion Awards on October 15th 2022. Go to cafawards.ca for all the eligibility requirements and information to apply!