New Startup of the Year

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The most promising new startup demonstrating key growth values.

Award Category

Startup

Selection Criteria

  • Founded within the last 1-2 years
  • Demonstrates strong early traction (revenue, customers, funding, etc.)
  • Showcases innovation in its product, service, or business model
  • Has made a notable contribution to Edmontonโ€™s startup ecosystem

We want to hear your authentic opinion on why this startup should win this award.

We want to hear your authentic opinion on why this startup should win this award.

New Startup of the Year
Award Information

Description

Celebrating the most promising early-stage startup that has made a significant impact within its first few years. This award recognizes a company that has demonstrated rapid growth, innovation, and potential for long-term success.

Eligibility

  • Founded within the last 1-2 years
  • Demonstrates strong early traction (revenue, customers, funding, etc.)
  • Showcases innovation in its product, service, or business model
  • Has made a notable contribution to Edmontonโ€™s startup ecosystem

Disruptor of the Year

MVP Award (INDIV)

Community Initiative of the Year (COMM)

Rising Star of the Year (INDIV)

Best Supporting Actor of the Year (INDIV)

Service Provider of the Year

Most Edmonton Startup of the Year

New Startup of the Year

Community Champion of the Year (INDIV/COMM)

Connector of the Year (INDIV/COMM)

Volunteer of the Year

Student Entrepreneur of the Year

Mentor of the Year

Best Startup Workplace

Pivot of the Year

New this Year. People's choice โ€“ Vote below

2023 Award Recipient ๐Ÿฅณ
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Most Edmonton Startup of the Year

Wyvern ๐ŸŽ‰

Best Startup Workplace of the Year

Levven Electronics ๐ŸŽ‰

New Startup of the Year

Atadel ๐ŸŽ‰

Pivot of the Year

True Angle ๐ŸŽ‰

Community Champion of the Year

Gail Powley ๐ŸŽ‰

Connector of the Year

Paramita Chaudhuri Basu ๐ŸŽ‰

Volunteer of the Year

Keenan Pascal ๐ŸŽ‰

Mentor of the Year

Shaheel Hooda ๐ŸŽ‰

Student Entrepreneur of the Year

Samย Yasinksi ๐ŸŽ‰

Community Initiative of the Year

Support Organization of the Year

Startup TNT ๐ŸŽ‰

Investor of the Year

Arden Tse ๐ŸŽ‰
Previous Award Nominees

New Startup of the Year, Connector of the Year, and Community Initiative of the Year.

Got Questions? Read our Award FAQs

How can I register to attend?

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What are the awards?

View Awards! โ€“ Here's a list of all the awards that will be given out this year.

When are award nominations accepted ?

Nominations are open until April 4th, 2025.

Can I vote multiple times?

This year, voting will only be taken for the MVP award on the day of the event. You will only be able to vote once for the nominees presented.

Can I vote for myself or my own startup?

Yes you can! Give yourself that pat on the back. You deserve it.

Can I get involved as a volunteer?

We are no longer recruiting volunteers, but keep an eye out as we recruit eager volunteers every year!

Nominations Are Open!

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