ScaleUP
Awards 2026

Meet the Extraordinary High Growth Venture Leaders Shaping Canada’s Economy

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BIPOC 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

Honourable Finalist Mention: Leela Eco Spa from Calgary, Alberta.

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.

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.

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.

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

BIPOC Award Finalists

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

Inspired Go Inc.

Calgary, Alberta

Food & beverage

Pure Environmental

Calgary, Alberta

Environmental services

Mitsoh

Edmonton, Alberta

Food & beverage

Veritree

Vancouver, British Columbia

Technology & IT services

Honourable Finalist Mention: Tuktu Care from Vancouver, British Columbia.

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: NewFields Canada from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

Honourable Finalist Mention: Produckidvity from Kelowna, British Columbia.

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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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.

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ScaleUP Company Of The Year

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

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ScaleUP Entrepreneur Of The Year

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

Vote for the People's Choice Award Winner
Vote for the People's Choice Award Winner

Deadline to vote: May 15 at 11:59 PM MT

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

People’s Choice ScaleUP of the Year

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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.