TELUS has announced that six deserving Canadian businesses from across the country were each awarded a $200K grand prize package as part of the fifth annual TELUS #StandWithOwners program.
The following businesses were recognized for demonstrating their exceptional leadership, tangible impact on their communities, use of technology to drive innovation and their proven track record of growth:
- Blume, North Vancouver, BC, is dedicated to creating a kinder wellness world through superfood rituals.Founded by Karen Danudjaja, the company started selling in local coffee shops in Vancouver and has now expanded to over 4,000 retailers across Canada and the US. Their products find the perfect balance of function and taste as they look to build accessible rituals that fill your cup literally and figuratively.
- Happly Ai, Montreal, QC: Cofounder Thierry Lindor is using AI for good, leveraging their intuitive platform and technology to help businesses and nonprofits match and secure funding tailored to their needs. With over 100,000 users, the platform has unlocked nearly $70M in funding, transforming how enterprises and organizations access economic opportunities.
- Kidcrew Medical, Toronto ON: Revolutionizing pediatric healthcare, Kidcrew Medical combines primary, specialized, and allied health services under one roof. Founded by Dr. Dina Kulik, the clinic uses innovative technology and data analytics to serve 100,000 patients, streamlining care for improved patient outcomes across its growing number of locations
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- Legends Haul, Vancouver BC: Focusing on sustainability and continuous innovation, Legends Haul has made a significant impact on the local food ecosystem in Vancouver. Jill and Craig Sheridan launched the business and grew it into a leader in food distribution and manufacturing, with their own house brands and a 30,000-square-foot distribution facility.
- Stoko, Vancouver BC: Originating from his personal experience with an injury sustained on Grouse Mountain in North Vancouver, Stoko founder Zack Eberwein set out to redefine expectations for knee braces by creating revolutionary medical-grade Supportive Apparel: the world’s only all-in-one knee brace and compression tight designed to help people get active again and stay active for as long as possible.
- ZoRaw Chocolates: With a focus on societal wellness, ZoRaw Chocolates was founded by Gigi Gill, who along with her partner Tanveer, developed the world’s first protein-fortified, fiber-rich, and sugar-free chocolate bars. Through an innovative production process, the company can produce 30,000 chocolate bars a day, distributing to over 3,000 stores across Canada and the US.
This year’s contest saw record engagement, with the winners being selected out of thousands of applicants based on the strength of their submissions and their entrepreneurial spirit. Since 2020, TELUS has invested $5 million through the #StandWithOwners program, providing essential funding, advertising and technology to help businesses thrive.
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Six Canadian businesses each win $200K prize packages through TELUS’ #StandWithOwners program
TELUS has announced that six deserving Canadian businesses from across the country were each awarded a $200K grand prize package as part of the fifth annual TELUS #StandWithOwners program.
The following businesses were recognized for demonstrating their exceptional leadership, tangible impact on their communities, use of technology to drive innovation and their proven track record of growth:
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This year’s contest saw record engagement, with the winners being selected out of thousands of applicants based on the strength of their submissions and their entrepreneurial spirit. Since 2020, TELUS has invested $5 million through the #StandWithOwners program, providing essential funding, advertising and technology to help businesses thrive.
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