Meet the Extraordinary High Growth Venture Leaders Shaping Canada’s Economy in 2026
Meet the 2026 Pathway Award Winners
Rising Star ScaleUP of the Year presented by Miller Thomson LLP
Propra Technologies
Inclusive ScaleUP of the Year presented by Mount Royal University
Mitsoh
Emerging ScaleUP of the Year presented by MNP
Taiv
Social Impact ScaleUP of the Year presented by Business in Calgary
Valley Fiber
Oxygen8 Solutions
International ScaleUP of the Year presented by Export Development Canada
Women-Led ScaleUP Of The Year presented by TD Women in Enterprise
Blume
Sustainable ScaleUP of the Year presented by VistaVu Solutions
veritree
2026 Main Award Winners
In addition to applying for Pathway Awards, 21 Award Finalists were eligible to win one of three presitious Main Awards at the ScaleUP Awards Gala.
Oxygen8 Solutions
ScaleUP Company Of The Year presented by Growth Catalyst
Presented to a company that is demonstrating significant traction and sustained growth.
Karen Danudjaja, Co-Founder and CEO of Blume
ScaleUP Entrepreneur Of The Year presented by McLeod Law LLP
Presented to an outstanding leader who is scaling a company from an original idea.
BUILD Inc.
People’s Choice ScaleUP of the Year presented by Catch Digital
Presented to a company that is growing with the engagement and support of their community. This award is determined by public vote.
2026 ScaleUP Award Finalist Companies
The ScaleUP Awards recognize extraordinary high growth ventures shaping Canada’s economy. Finalists are based in Western Canada; generate between $1 - $75M in annual revenue and have less than 250 employees.
Rising Star | Emerging | Women-Led | Inclusive | Social Impact | Sustainable | International
Rising Star Award Finalists
Presented by Miller Thomson LLP to a bootstrapped company still in the early stages of its growth journey that is showing extraordinary promise with annual revenue between $1M and $3M.
Gummy Nutrition Lab
Edmonton, Alberta
Manufacturing & industrials
Propra Technologies Inc.
Calgary, Alberta
Technology & IT services
VantEdge Logistics
Calgary, Alberta
Technology & IT services
Honourable Finalist Mention: LiORA from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.
Emerging Award Finalists
Presented by MNP to a company in the early stages of scaling, whether independently driven or venture-backed, that is demonstrating exceptional potential for future growth.
Drive Workforce Lodging
Calgary, Alberta
Construction & real estate
SketchDeck.ai
Edmonton, Alberta
Technology & IT services
Taiv
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Technology & IT services
Honourable Finalist Mention: Innovotech from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.
Women-Led Award Finalists
Presented by TD to a majority women-led company showcasing exceptional leadership, remarkable growth, and a commitment to empowering women in business.
Blume
Vancouver, British Columbia
Food & beverage
Frank Architecture
Calgary, Alberta
Professional services
KidStar Nutrients
Vancouver, British Columbia
Retail & consumer goods
Honourable Finalist Mention: Produckidvity from Kelowna, British Columbia.
Inclusive Award Finalists
Presented by Mount Royal University to a company achieving significant growth while exemplifying cultural values, fostering inclusivity, and contributing to their community’s success
AdvancedAg
Raymond, Alberta
Agriculture & agri-business
Hello Nori
Vancouver, British Columbia
Food & beverage
Mitsoh
Edmonton, Alberta
Food & beverage
Honourable Finalist Mention: Leela Eco Spa from Calgary, Alberta.
Sustainable Award Finalists
Presented by VistaVu Solutions to a company achieving significant growth while seamlessly embedding sustainability into its core business model and operations.
Inspired Go Inc.
Calgary, Alberta
Food & beverage
Pure Environmental
Calgary, Alberta
Environmental services
Veritree
Vancouver, British Columbia
Technology & IT services
Honourable Finalist Mention: Tuktu Care from Vancouver, British Columbia.
International Award Finalists
Presented by Export Development Canada to a company successfully expanding into international markets, showcasing outstanding potential to become a significant global industry leader.
Aperio Mobility
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Auto, tech and mobility
Oxygen8
Vancouver, British Columbia
Manufacturing & industrials
Micro Engineering
Tech Inc
Calgary, Alberta
Energy & environmental
Honourable Finalist Mention: TCG Machines from Calgary, Alberta.
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Social Impact Award Finalists
Presented by Business in Calgary 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.
BUILD Inc.
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Construction & real estate
NanoTess
Calgary, Alberta
Healthcare & life sciences
Valley Fiber
Winkler, Manitoba
Technology & IT services
Honourable Finalist Mention: NewFields Canada from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.