2026 Tech Forward Awards — Categories, Nominations & Next Steps

Join us for an informative session with Kayla McManus, Member Engagement Manager at Digital Nova Scotia, as she walks through everything you need to know about submitting a standout nomination for the 2026 Tech Forward Awards, presented by Tech@RBC. With over 130 nominations received last year, this session is designed to help nominees put their best foot forward. Kayla will break down the nomination package requirements, share insights into what the Selection Committee looks for, and offer practical tips to help your application stand out. Whether you’re self-nominating, putting forward a colleague, or representing your organization, this session will equip you with the tools to submit a compelling nomination. Award Categories Include:

• Talent Champion Award
• Tech for Good Award (sponsored by CGI)
• Thinking Forward Award (sponsored by Propel)
• Provincial Spotlight Award (sponsored by Invest Nova Scotia)
• Best of Tech Award (sponsored by Compugen)
• One to Watch Award (sponsored by Dash Social)
• Role Model Award
• Diversity & Inclusion Champion Award (sponsored by Nova Scotia Power)

Nomination deadline: Monday, June 22, 2026