Meet the 2026 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.
We’re thrilled to announce this year’s Pathway Award finalists:
Rising Star | Emerging | Women-Led | Inclusive | Social Impact | Sustainable | International
Rising Star Award Finalists
Presented 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 to a company achieving significant growth while exemplifying cultural values, fostering inclusivity, and contributing to their community’s success
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 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 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 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 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.
Main Awards
All 2026 Award Finalists are eligible to win a Main Award at the ScaleUP Awards Gala — recognizing the very best in growth, leadership, and impact.
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.
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.
Deadline to vote: May 15 at 11:59 PM MT
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Vote for the People’s Choice Winner
The People's Choice Award recognizes a company that is growing with the engagement and support of their community. The Finalist with the most public votes by May 15 at 11:59 PM MT will win the award. The winner will be announced at the Awards Gala on Weds, June 10.
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Social Impact Award Finalists
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.
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.