Women in the community can win a cash prize of $20,000 for their work with climate change.

They have until July 31 to apply for a Women4Climate Toronto Programme, which will contribute to the next generation of climate leaders, through a mentorship dedicated to women who are working to address the climate crisis.

Twelve women will be selected to join Toronto’s first cohort. Through a combination of mentoring, training and networking opportunities, participants will be supported and empowered to bring their climate-related project, idea, or business start-up to life.

Following the mentorship programme, the City of Toronto and partners will host a pitch competition, to reward the best women-led climate idea to create a healthier, more sustainable and resilient urban future.

The winner will receive additional support to advance her project, along with a $20,000 cash prize.

Women4Climate mentorship programme aims to support 500 women across the world to accelerate their climate projects.

Women leaders played a critical role in negotiating the Paris Agreement and continue to drive ambitious climate action in cities, businesses and NGOs around the world. Women also make up more than half the world’s population and are often disproportionately impacted by climate change.

Candidates must be a woman, live, study or work in Toronto and have a current climate action project, start-up business or idea for a future project.

Toronto is one of three cities in Canada and 16 cities globally participating in C40 Cities

For more information visit w4c.org.