YEG Startup Community Awards 2025

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⭐ Information Needed for an Award Nomination ⭐* This field is required.All award nominations need the following information: • Person / Company / Event Being Nominated * • Nominee's Phone Number • Nominee's Email * • Nominee's LinkedIn / Website Address • Description of 500 words about the nominee * • Paste a link (URL) to any supportive information. • Your Name • Your Email • Your Phone Number ________________________________________________________________________________________ The following awards required the following additional information: 🏆 New Startup of the Year (STARTUP) • What month and year was the startup incorporated? (MM/YYYY) * 🌱 Community Initiative of the Year (COMM) • When did the initiative take place? (MM/YYYY)* • Who spearheaded the initiative / was the event emcee or host? * ________________________________________________________________________________________ * Denotes a required field ________________________________________________________________________________________ Have you gathered all necessary information & read through the award descriptions on the website?
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What category are you submitting a nomination for?* This field is required.Choose the award category below
🏆 New Startup of the Year (Startup Organization)
💥 Disruptor of the Year (Startup Organization)
🚀 Most Edmonton Startup of the Year (Startup Organization)
🔗 Connector of the Year (Individual or Community)
✨ Rising Star of the Year  (Individual)
❤️ Community Champion of the Year (Individual or Community)
🧠 Best Supporting Actor of the Year  (Individual)
🌱 Community Initiative of the Year  (Community)
🥇 MVP Award  (Individual) - Live Polling during the Awards
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Person / Company / Event Being Nominated* This field is required.
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Nominee's Phone Number
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Nominee's Email* This field is required.
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Nominee's LinkedIn / Website Address
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What month and year was the startup incorporated? (MM/YYYY)* This field is required.
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When did the initiative take place? (MM/YYYY)* This field is required.
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🏆 New Startup of the Year* This field is required.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. 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 Edmonton’s startup ecosystem Avoid generalizations and provide clearly demonstrate examples of how the nominee meets the award description and eligibility. -- Note: less than 500 words please
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💥Disruptor of the YearThis award honors a startup that has taken bold, unconventional steps in the past year. Whether through pioneering new approaches to workplace culture, launching an innovative product or service, or securing investment from unique sources, this startup has demonstrated a willingness to break the mold and approach challenges in a creative, forward-thinking way. Criteria: • Took an unconventional or bold approach to a challenge or opportunity • Introduced a fresh perspective, whether through culture, partnerships, or strategy • Successfully executed on unique ideas or strategies that set them apart Avoid generalizations and provide clearly demonstrate examples of how the nominee meets the award description and eligibility. -- Note: less than 500 words please
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🚀Most Edmonton Startup of the YearThis award celebrates a startup that not only pushes boundaries but also makes a significant contribution to the Edmonton community. The winning startup is known for its commitment to sharing thought leadership, fostering a culture of learning, and actively engaging with the local ecosystem. This startup is unapologetically Edmonton, demonstrating pride in their roots while helping to grow the local startup scene. Criteria: • Actively advances its products, ideas, and ambitions with a focus on growth • Contributes to the Edmonton startup ecosystem by sharing knowledge, insights, and thought leadership • Cultivates a positive, inclusive, and collaborative company culture that encourages learning and development Avoid generalizations and provide clearly demonstrate examples of how the nominee meets the award description and eligibility. -- Note: less than 500 words please
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🔗Connector of the YearHonoring an individual or community organization that has gone above and beyond to foster collaboration, build bridges, and strengthen Edmonton’s startup ecosystem. Criteria: • Actively supports startups by making valuable connections • Has played a key role in bringing people, organizations, or resources together • Demonstrates leadership in mentorship and knowledge-sharing • Recognized for fostering a strong, inclusive, and collaborative startup culture Avoid generalizations and provide clearly demonstrate examples of how the nominee meets the award description and eligibility. -- Note: less than 500 words please
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🌟Rising Star of the YearCelebrating an emerging leader in Edmonton’s startup community who has demonstrated exceptional potential, impact, and drive. Criteria: • Current student or graduated within the last 1-2 years OR a newcomer to Edmonton OR has recently transitioned into tech • Demonstrates leadership, innovation, and community engagement • Recognized by peers as a future leader in the startup space • Has shown rapid professional growth and influence Avoid generalizations and provide clearly demonstrate examples of how the nominee meets the award description and eligibility. -- Note: less than 500 words please
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❤️ Community Champion of the YearRecognizing an individual, startup, community initiative or investor that has made a significant positive impact in strengthening and supporting Edmonton’s startup ecosystem. Criteria: • Demonstrates unwavering commitment to supporting startups and entrepreneurs • Creates lasting positive change in the community • Recognized by peers for dedication and impact Avoid generalizations and provide clearly demonstrate examples of how the nominee meets the award description and eligibility. -- Note: less than 500 words please
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🧠 Best Supporting Actor of the YearThis award recognizes the individual who works tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure everything runs smoothly, often without receiving the recognition they deserve. This person’s efforts are essential to the success of the startup, but their hard work is often unseen by those outside the team. While they may not hold an official title, their contributions are vital in keeping things moving forward and ensuring the company’s success. Criteria: • The nominee is not a founder, CEO, or part of the C-suite • Demonstrates exceptional dedication and effort in supporting key aspects of the business (e.g., operations, customer service, project management, etc.) • Works collaboratively with the team to ensure smooth operations and success Avoid generalizations and provide clearly demonstrate examples of how the nominee meets the award description and eligibility. -- Note: less than 500 words please
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🌱 Community Initiative of the Year* This field is required.Recognizing an outstanding initiative, program, or event that has positively impacted Edmonton’s startup ecosystem. Criteria: • Hosted within the last 1-2 years • Demonstrates a strong impact on the startup community • Fills a gap or addresses a unique need within the ecosystem • Shows potential for long-term sustainability and growth Avoid generalizations and provide clearly demonstrate examples of how the nominee meets the award description and eligibility. -- Note: less than 500 words please
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🏅MVP of the Year | Live Polling During the AwardsThis award recognizes an individual who truly embodies the spirit of startups—resilience, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to the community. Chosen through live audience voting, the MVP Award honors someone who is always BUILDING, perseveres through challenges, and makes a lasting impact. This individual inspires those around them through their dedication, leadership, and drive to strengthen the startup ecosystem. Criteria: • Works within a startup • Serves as a leader, mentor, or advocate, supporting others in their capacity • Actively builds and contributes to the growth of the startup ecosystem • Demonstrates resilience, innovation, and a strong sense of community spirit Avoid generalizations and provide clearly demonstrate examples of how the nominee meets the award description and eligibility. -- Note: less than 500 words please
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Your Phone Number
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