Mona Sheik
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| Mona Sheik in 2026 | |
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| Nationality | Canadian |
| Education | University of Toronto; Vogue College of London |
| Occupation | Model, Entrepreneur, Sociologist, Motivational Speaker |
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| Known for | Miss World Tourism 2025, Global Fashion Career |
| Notable works | London Fashion Week, Times Fashion Week, Cannes Film Festival |
| Awards | Miss World Tourism 2025; Inspiring International Model Award |
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Mona Sheik is a Canadian-Saudi international model, entrepreneur, sociologist, and motivational speaker. She achieved worldwide fame when she won the title of Miss World Tourism 2025 at a beauty pageant in Bali, Indonesia. She displays her work at fashion shows and film festivals and social causes which demonstrate her ability to excel at multiple fields because she combines her expertise in fashion and business with her academic studies.[1]
Early Life & Education
Mona Sheik completed her higher education at the University of Toronto, where she earned an Honours Bachelor of Arts with majors in Communications, Culture and Technology, Sociology, Philosophy, and Visual Art History.
She further pursued her passion for fashion and creative industries at the Vogue College of London, specializing in Fashion Business and Creative Industries. Her academic background demonstrates her multidisciplinary research approach to fashion and social behavior and worldwide cultural practices.
Career
Mona Sheik has built a diverse international career spanning fashion, film, business, and public speaking. She began her professional journey working across industries such as fashion retail, hospitality, banking, and events before entering the global fashion and film ecosystem.
Her early breakthrough came through her work at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), where she was involved in red carpet production and event management. This experience opened doors to international platforms including the Cannes Film Festival, Edinburgh Film Festival, and Vancouver Film Festival.
She later transitioned into high fashion, gaining recognition at London Fashion Week, where she worked as both a model and stylist. She has walked in major global fashion events including Times Fashion Week, Elite Fashion Week, and shows in Bangalore, Toronto, and Abu Dhabi.
As a model she has worked with international companies which include Guess Canada and Kate Spade and COS. Her runway presence includes roles as show opener and showstopper, establishing her as a strong figure in couture fashion.
In 2025, Mona achieved a major milestone by winning the Miss World Tourism 2025 title. She uses this platform to promote tourism as a cultural and philosophical experience which connects fashion and food and art and human relationships.[2]
Mona operates her business ventures through her dual roles as a model and entrepreneur who manages a brand and restaurant operations in multiple regions. She dedicates her research efforts to sociology through her scholarly work that focuses on diaspora and identity and intersectionality research. She delivers motivational speeches at educational institutions and international events to empower young people.
Notable Works
Mona Sheik is a well-known figure who has made significant contributions to fashion, film, and entrepreneurship. She gained global recognition after winning the Miss World Tourism 2025 title in Bali, Indonesia. Her fashion career includes participation in major international platforms such as London Fashion Week, Times Fashion Week, and Elite Fashion Week. She has also been involved in worldwide film events through her work with the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) and her appearances at prestigious festivals such as Cannes Film Festival and Edinburgh Film Festival. As a model she has worked with well-known brands which include Guess Canada and Kate Spade and COS. Mona works as a motivational speaker who speaks about sociology and fashion and global identity while she also works in the fashion and film industry. She runs her own brand and restaurant businesses which she operates in multiple locations.[3]
Achievements and Recognition
| Year | Award | Category / Title | Organization | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Miss World Tourism | Title Winner | International Pageant (Bali, Indonesia) | Won |
| 2025 | Resilience India Summit | Inspiring International Model | International Resilience Summit | Won |
| 2025 | Social Impact Recognition | Modelling, Sociology & Entrepreneurship | Global Recognition | Honoured |
| — | University of Toronto | Governing Member (Board Committee) | Planning & Strategy Committee | Appointed |
Personal Life
Mona Sheik is known for her multifaceted personality as a polymath. She actively promotes conversations around intersectionality, identity, wellbeing, and evolving fashion culture. Through her work, she aims to establish connections between art and society and international tourism while inspiring young people.
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References
- ↑ Mona Sheik crowned Miss World Tourism 2025 . In NewsPatrolling . Retrieved 17 April 2026
- ↑ From Toronto to the World: Mona Sheik crowned Miss World Tourism 2025 . In This Week India . Retrieved 17 April 2026
- ↑ YouTube Video . In YouTube . Retrieved 17 April 2026