published by Metroland Media Group, with print distribution throughout British Columbia, Alberta, Manitoba, Ontario and Nova Scotia.

After successfully completing the Burnaby YMCA Self-Employment Program, Noorani started the magazine out of his home in North Vancouver, British Columbia with some funding, several suppliers, an editor, an art director and himself selling the advertising.

At the start of each year, Canadian Immigrant invites nominations based on a variety of criteria, which range from contribution to community to professional accomplishments.

A judging panel composed of, leaders who work within the immigrant or ethnic communities determine the shortlist on which the public vote.

[5] Notable recipients of the award include Toronto Raptors 'Superfan' Nav Bhatia,[6] VANOC CEO John Furlong,[7] mental health activist Loizza Aquino,[8] father of three professional ice hockey players Karl Subban,[9] CBC News anchor Ian Hanomansing,[7] and the 26th Governor-General of Canada, Adrienne Clarkson.