Denis M. Davila, president of Beauties of Canada and National Director of the Miss Universe Canada Organization, announced today the judges for the 2015 Miss Universe Canada competition, which will take place at the St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts – The Bluma Appel Theatre in Toronto, Ontario on Saturday May 23rd 8:00 p.m. EST.

The panel of judges includes:

Colin & Justin
International design gurus and media personalities Colin and Justin are best known for their hit HGTV series “Home Heist” and as experts on Canada’s Top Daytime show CityLine. Be sure to catch their new show, ‘Colin and Justin’s Cabin Pressure’, on Cottage Life television, 9pm Sundays.

Gloria Virey
Gloria is a highly accomplished businesswoman, a private condo development investor and the President of Nuvius BankCard. From Toronto to Los Angeles, she’s one of the most recognizable and striking fashionistas.

Henry Calderon
Henry Calderon is a Brand Ambassador and Corporate Partnerships Executive. A recipient of Queen Elizabeth II Golden Jubilee Medal 2003, Henry has worked in economic revitalization, fashion and film over the past 25 years.

Maestro Fresh Wes Williams
Multi award winner, “Maestro Fresh Wes’ Williams is one of Canada’s most successful and influential Hip-Hop artists, and his signature song “Let Your Backbone Slide” was the first Canadian Hip Hop single to ever go gold.

Mariana Valente
Mariana Valente is Miss Universe Canada 2009, and now co-owns a personal training studio called The Fit Loft, where she also operates The Kids Loft, a program that strives to increase the overall health of children.

Masoud Poorrashidi
As the founder and CEO of York Foreign Exchange in Toronto, his company has been catering to corporate and retail clients for over six years. Conveniently located in Toronto’s prestigious Yorkville Village, they offer highly competitive currency exchange services and rates to the retail and corporate clients alike.

Melinda Shankar
An award winning actress on the big and small screen, Melinda Shankar is best known for her portrayal of Alli Bhandari on the international hit series Degrassi. Melinda recently launched ‘Miss Conception’ an image consulting agency and blog geared toward promoting confidence and self-esteem in young women.

Natalie Deane
A Journalist and Television Producer/Director for over 10 years, Natalie has produced news, lifestyle and entertainment shows as well as written for national newspapers and magazines.

Nicholas T. Macos
Nicholas (Nick) T. Macos is a senior partner of the Toronto law firm of Black Sutherland LLP practicing in the development of properties and specializing in entertainment complexes and the waterfront.

Nohemie Renaud
Nohemie was born in Nice, France, and has dedicated the last 15 to studying the biology, psychology and quantum physics of the human being. Her passion is to coach and help women find the best version of themselves, and is now the founder of UPGR8DE Medical Spa in Yorkville.

Reza Zarmehr
Reza Zarmehr is the CEO and Founder at Ultra Fitness-Wellness Center. He has over 18 years of Experience in the Fitness and Bodybuilding industry. He has trained and coached many individuals to achieve their fitness goals and improve their knowledge about training and become a healthier person.

Sam Abtahi
Saeed (Sam) Abtahi studied at McGill University and has been holding senior management positions at Pizza Franchise Operations in Ontario and Financial Service Businesses . He is Currently Vice President of Operations at Rosco Trading International LTD in Toronto.

Travis Dhanraj
Travis Dhanraj is an Anchor/Reporter at CP24, Toronto’s Breaking News team, helping keep Torontonians in the know with the latest breaking updates on key local and national events.

 

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