JUNE 10, 2026

2026 ScaleUP
Awards Gala

Hyatt Regency Calgary | 5:00 - 10:30 PM

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.

Explore tickets

A 3D bar chart with triangular and hexagonal shapes divided into sections with varying shades of blue and green, displaying data labels and numbers.

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

A Gantt chart with five horizontal bars in shades of purple representing different stages or tasks plotted over a timeline.

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

Inclusive 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.

Meet the 2026 Award Finalists

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.