Northwestern Ontario Innovation Centre

Innovation Awards 2026

The RBC Innovation Awards recognize those who challenge the status quo, push boundaries, and contribute to a stronger, more innovative Northwestern Ontario.

Awards Categories

Young Innovator of the Year

Recognizes young innovators bringing fresh ideas, creativity, and new perspective to their schools, workplaces, or communities. Nominate a young leader making an impact through innovation.

Innovator Company of the Year

Celebrates businesses embracing innovation to drive growth and create a meaningful impact. Nominate a company introducing new products, grown jobs, or finding better ways of doing business in Northwestern Ontario.

Innovative Forestry Solution of the Year

Recognizes innovative forestry solutions that use technology, creativity, or new approaches to improve efficiency, address industry challenges, and create opportunities. Nominate a solution that tackles industry challenges and helps shape the future of forestry in Northwestern Ontario. 

Innovative Project of the Year

Celebrates groundbreaking projects that turn new ideas into real results. Nominate an initiative that has introduced an innovative product, service, or process with economic, environmental, or community impact in Northwestern Ontario.

Innovation Hero of the Year

Recognizes leaders who champion innovation and inspire change in their business, organization, or community. Nominate someone who creates impact, engages others in a shared vision, and fosters a culture of continuous growth.

Innovation Awards 2026

Join us on November 26, 2026, for the RBC Innovation Awards as we recognize and celebrate the people, businesses, and groundbreaking ideas shaping the future of Northwestern Ontario.

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