The Community Catalyst Award

Celebrating businesses that take action, bring people together, and strengthen our community.

Nominations Close December 10, 2026

CATEGORY: COMMUNITY IMPACT

Their Impact Goes Beyond Business.

Strong communities grow when people choose to get involved. Businesses play an important part by contributing their time, resources, and expertise where they can make a difference.

The Community Catalyst Award recognizes businesses creating meaningful, lasting change through community involvement, service, partnerships, or charitable contributions.

Whether they’re championing a local cause, building a community partnership, or helping meet an urgent need, this award celebrates businesses that turn their commitment into action—and make Edmonton stronger.

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NOMINATION CRITERIA

What Makes a Community Catalyst?

To qualify, nominees must meet the following criteria.

Lasting Difference

Demonstrate how their efforts create positive benefits that continue beyond the initial contribution.

Edmonton Presence

Be based in or actively operating within the Edmonton business community.

Community Commitment

Demonstrate a genuine commitment to strengthening the community through active involvement.

Meaningful Contributions

Contribute time, expertise, resources, or funding through service, partnerships, or charitable initiatives.

Demonstrated Impact

Show clear examples of how their contributions address community needs and improve lives.

Nominate a Community Catalyst

Nominate a business whose commitment to the community deserves recognition. Share how they contribute and the difference their actions make.

⏳ Nomination Deadline: December 10, 2026 at 11:59 PM ABT

The greater Celebration

Join us in Celebrating Edmonton’s Movers & Shakers.

Join us at Highlands Golf Club on February 27 where Edmonton’s entrepreneurs, business leaders, innovators, and community builders come together to recognize achievement, celebrate impact, and connect with the people shaping the city’s future. Enjoy a plated dinner, live entertainment, and elite networking over a panoramic backdrop of the city.

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HONOURING EDMONTON’S BEST

Explore the Seven Award Categories

Behind every great business are people bringing ideas to life, overcoming challenges, supporting others, and making a difference. The Movers & Shakers Amplifier Awards celebrate those contributions across seven distinct categories.

Know a deserving business or leader? Explore the awards below and help us recognize their impact. Self-nominations are welcome.

New Business / Startup

1. The Ground Breaker

Recognizes a business that turns bold ideas into meaningful change, pushing boundaries and creating new possibilities for its industry.

Innovation / Creative Excellence

2. The Status Quo Slayer

Recognizes a business that turns bold ideas into meaningful change, pushing boundaries and creating new possibilities for its industry.

Community & SOCIAL IMPACT

3. The Community Catalyst

Recognizes a business that creates meaningful positive change through its contributions, involvement, and commitment to strengthening the community.

STRENGTH & RESILIENCE

4. The Phoenix Rising

Recognizes a business or leader who has faced significant challenges and emerged stronger through resilience, adaptability, and determination.

Mentor / People Developer

5. The Greatness Multiplier

Recognizes an entrepreneur or leader who invests in others, helping people grow, develop their potential, and achieve greater success.

OUTSTANDING PRODUCT / SERVICE

6. The Gold Standard

Recognizes an organization that consistently delivers exceptional products, services, or community value and has earned a reputation for quality, integrity, and excellence.

Workplace Culture Champion

7. The Workplace Distinction

Recognizes a business that has built an exceptional workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and genuinely want to work.

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