Today, TELUS announced its 2026 #StandWithOwners winners. Through its annual #StandWithOwners program, TELUS has invested close to $7 million since 2020, providing the funding and technology to help small businesses thrive in an increasingly digital world.
This year’s winners embody the true spirit of Canadian entrepreneurship. They are the owners who have faced uncertainty with courage and an unwavering determination to grow. To help these leaders reach their next great milestone, TELUS and its partners are providing each grand prize winner with a $125,000 boost in funding, technology, and exposure to help propel their dreams to new heights.
TELUS is proud to announce their three 2026 Grand Prize winners:
- Future Forward Award, presented by Samsung: Silverts Adaptive Clothing and Footwear – Acquired by Joshua Norris in 2024 alongside the purchase of award-winning Canadian designer brand IZ Adaptive, Silverts serves aging adults and people with disabilities across North America through magnetic closures, open-back designs and wheelchair-friendly cuts. Inspired by real-world feedback from care aides and residents, Silverts went beyond apparel to innovate specialized in-bed bathing systems that solve major daily caregiving challenges with dignity.
- Business Growth Award, presented by Scotiabank: Atome Bakery – Led by owners Lucas Navilloz and Alice Couderc, Atome Bakery sells frozen, ready-to-bake goods directly to consumers and provides third-party fulfillment services for other small food brands.
- AI Innovation Award, presented by Google: Innovatree Carbon Group Ltd. – An Indigenous–owned enterprise led by owners Darcy Lebourdais, Jackson Baron, Garrett Whitworth and Tanner Lebourdais. Leveraging cutting-edge LiDAR technology and AI-driven analytics, they advance climate-smart forestry, mitigate wildfire risks and drive economic reconciliation across Canadian communities.
Help us choose the People’s Choice Award winner
To wrap up this year’s celebration, TELUS and Salesforce are inviting all Canadians to help champion their favourite winner through the People’s Choice Award. Starting October 1, the public can cast their vote for their favourite 2026 winner from the nine grand prize and community award recipients—giving a deserving business an additional $25,000 boost in funding to fuel their growth.
Visit telus.com/winners to discover the winning businesses and cast your vote before October 8, 2026, at 11:59 PM ET. The final winner will be announced on October 15.
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From grit to growth: TELUS celebrates #StandWithOwners 2026 winners
Today, TELUS announced its 2026 #StandWithOwners winners. Through its annual #StandWithOwners program, TELUS has invested close to $7 million since 2020, providing the funding and technology to help small businesses thrive in an increasingly digital world.
This year’s winners embody the true spirit of Canadian entrepreneurship. They are the owners who have faced uncertainty with courage and an unwavering determination to grow. To help these leaders reach their next great milestone, TELUS and its partners are providing each grand prize winner with a $125,000 boost in funding, technology, and exposure to help propel their dreams to new heights.
TELUS is proud to announce their three 2026 Grand Prize winners:
Help us choose the People’s Choice Award winner
To wrap up this year’s celebration, TELUS and Salesforce are inviting all Canadians to help champion their favourite winner through the People’s Choice Award. Starting October 1, the public can cast their vote for their favourite 2026 winner from the nine grand prize and community award recipients—giving a deserving business an additional $25,000 boost in funding to fuel their growth.
Visit telus.com/winners to discover the winning businesses and cast your vote before October 8, 2026, at 11:59 PM ET. The final winner will be announced on October 15.
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