Award Categories

Acknowledges a leader, mentor, organization, or initiative dedicated to growing and supporting Manitoba’s innovation ecosystem.

Highlights an early-stage entrepreneur or startup demonstrating exceptional creativity, potential, and traction.

Celebrates an Indigenous entrepreneur or organization advancing cultural preservation or economic development through innovation.

Recognizes a company that has revolutionized a traditional sector, such as manufacturing, agriculture, or energy, through innovation.

Honours a leader, mentor, organization, or initiative that has demonstrated excellence in advancing Manitoba innovation beyond provincial borders.

Honours a Manitoban whose long-standing contributions have transformed their field through innovation.

Showcases creativity and technology in film, digital media, or storytelling that elevates Manitoba’s media landscape.

Honours scientific and research-driven breakthroughs across any discipline that transform discovery into real-world impact, advancing innovation, industry, and community well-being.

Recognizes innovations that create positive social, environmental, or community impact.