Canada needs more young founders to spotlight.
Is your story worth hearing?
October 22, 2025 // Winnipeg, Canada
The Movement.
Canada isn't just a stepping stone.
It's where bold ideas are born, where they grow, and succeed.
Every year, we select 10 founders that prove Canada is a place to build.
We're looking for the builders who are turning their vision into reality. The ones who build with intention, create ripple effects, and multiply successes around them.
This isn't just about celebrating success, it's about changing the conversation.
When a young entrepreneur in Saskatoon sees a founder from Edmonton building a global company, they stop asking "Can I build this here?" and start asking "How fast can I do it?"
We're showcasing the real, diverse stories of Canadian entrepreneurship.
Because when we tell these stories well, we don't just inspire, we build a movement.
From the Prairies.
Every year, we head to a new city to discover what makes each ecosystem special.
This year: Winnipeg.
Where agriculture meets AI, where logistics meets innovation, and where a growing community of builders is rewriting what's possible in the heartland. We're bringing founders from across Canada to experience the prairie advantage firsthand.
With Manitoba Innovates as our partner, we're showing that great builders deserve a great stage, wherever they choose to build.
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Winners
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Applicants
500+
Attendees
2,000,000+
Ecosystem Reach
Value of Joining
Game-Changing Recognition
Get your startup on the fast track. YEY Award winners receive game-changing visibility, connections, and resources that continue delivering value long after the ceremony.
Share your journey—triumphs and challenges included—on a national stage that celebrates excellence across all sectors, from social enterprises to tech scale-ups and CPG innovations.
Showcase Real Entrepreneurship
Connect with the Ecosystem
Connect with key players in Canada's entrepreneurial landscape. From corporations and investors, to mentors and founders, we’re rallying the key players that can help propel your business forward.
