JUNE 10, 2026

Rub shoulders with the founders, executives, and partners building Western Canada’s most ambitious companies. The Gala celebrates the entrepreneurs who are successfully scaling — creating jobs, expanding markets, and shaping the region’s future. An evening of recognition, storytelling, and connection with the leaders driving the scaleup movement.

Awards Gala

Hyatt Regency Calgary | 6 - 10:30 PM

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Recognize and celebrate the leaders and companies shaping Canada’s scaleup ecosystem.

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Connect with influential entrepreneurs, investors, and industry pioneers.

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Enjoy an evening of inspiration, recognition, and high-impact networking.

Award Presentations

Discover the stories behind Canada’s most innovative ventures and individuals.

Dinner and Networking

Celebrate with leaders from across Canada’s scaleup ecosystem.

Awards

Presented to a company achieving significant growth while seamlessly embedding sustainability into its core business model and operations.

Sustainable ScaleUP of the Year

Presented to a company successfully expanding into international markets, showcasing outstanding potential to become a significant global industry leader.

International ScaleUP of the Year

Presented to a for-profit or not-for-profit company leveraging an innovative business model to achieve both commercial success and a tangible, measurable positive social impact.

Social Impact ScaleUP of the Year

BIPOC ScaleUP of the Year

Presented to a company achieving significant growth while exemplifying cultural values, fostering inclusivity, and contributing to their community’s success

Rising Star ScaleUP of the Year

Presented to a company that stands out as an emerging force, demonstrating good traction and upward momentum, bold ambition, and the potential to become the next big success story.

Presented to a majority women-led company showcasing exceptional leadership, remarkable growth, and a commitment to empowering women in business.

Women-Led ScaleUP of the Year

Presented to a company in the early stages of scaling, whether independently driven or venture-backed, that is demonstrating exceptional potential for future growth.

Emerging ScaleUP of the Year

People’s Choice ScaleUP of the Year

Presented to a company that is growing with the engagement and support of their community. This award is determined by a public vote.

Main Awards

ScaleUP Company Of The Year

Presented to a company that is demonstrating significant traction and sustained growth.

ScaleUP Entrepreneur Of The Year

Presented to an outstanding leader who is scaling a company from an original idea.

Secure your spot today and choose the experience that best suits you—make the most of ScaleUP Week Calgary 2026 and be part of shaping Canada’s scaleup future

Gala Pass

Gala Seat

1 Seat at the prestigious ScaleUP Awards Gala (June 10, 2026)

ScaleUP Community App Access – connect with industry leaders, innovators, and fellow hosts

$625.00

Summit + Gala Pass

All Access: Party + 1.5 Days + Gala

Upgrade your experience with a ticket to the prestigious ScaleUP Awards Gala.

✅ Everything in the Summit Pass

One ticket to the ScaleUP Awards Gala on June 10, 2026

$899.00

SAVE $200 on early bird pricing until May 1:

$699.00

Gala Table Host

Gala Table of 8

Enjoy exclusive VIP perks and premium networking opportunities.

Reserved Table for 8 at the prestigious ScaleUP Awards Gala (June 10, 2026)

ScaleUP Community App Access – connect with industry leaders, innovators, and fellow hosts

$5,000.00