The finalists have been revealed!
The most prestigious event in Quebec’s innovation ecosystem
Thursday, November 26, 2026
For over 35 years, ADRIQ has celebrated excellence in innovation through its Innovation Awards Gala, the essential event for key players in research, innovation, technology, and economic development in Quebec.
This year, nearly 70 applications were evaluated by a selection committee of 11 leaders representing the various segments of Quebec’s innovation ecosystem. Following this rigorous process, the finalists for the 2026 Innovation Awards were selected.
These organizations and individuals stand out for their boldness, creativity, capacity for innovation, and the tangible impact of their projects on Quebec.
Why is this honor so meaningful?
Winners stand out for their development and commercialization of innovative products or processes, creating significant added value and supporting growth in competitive markets. Organizations are also recognized for their inspiring role with youth, stimulating interest in science and technology careers.
Please note :
Some categories follow a separate schedule and will be announced at a later date:
- Startup of the future: Call for applications open until September 14: submit an application.
- Young Innovator Award, presented by Polytechnique Montréal: winner to be announced towards the end of summer
- Bernard-Landry Award, presented by the Government of Quebec : winner to be announced towards the end of summer
- Quebec Chief Innovator’s Choice Award, presented by the Quebec Innovation Council: finalists to be announced in the fall
- Maillage | Technology Adoption Award, presented by Québec Tech: finalists to be announced in the fall
- RSRI Award: winners to be announced towards the end of summer
Reserve your place at the Gala
The Innovation Awards Gala brings together hundreds of leaders from the business, research, innovation, entrepreneurship, and public sectors each year.
A unique opportunity to celebrate Quebec’s successes, expand your network, and discover the year’s most inspiring projects.
Congratulations to the finalists of the 2026 Innovation Awards
Individual Awards
Presented by Government of Quebec
This award is given to a high-level individual who has directly contributed to the development, growth, achievements, and performance of a Quebec company or institution, public or private. The individual is recognized for their success and dynamism, which have had a significant ripple effect in their region, industry, or within Quebec’s research and innovation ecosystem over a meaningful period of time.
The winner will be announced towards the end of the summer.
Presented by Polytechnique Montréal
Awarded to a Quebec student who presented, as part of the Super Expo-sciences Hydro-Québec, a project that provides an original technical solution to a concrete problem and demonstrates strong commercial potential.
The winner will be announced towards the end of the summer.
Special Distinctions
Presented by Fonds de recherche du Québec
The finalists are:
- Technologies Propres TGWT and Innofibre
- Artelys Canada
- Institut de la résillience et de l’innovation urbaine
- Solutions Novika and Femtum
Presented by Quebec Innovation Council
The Quebec Chief Innovator’s Favorite Award recognizes companies that stand out for the excellence of their innovation culture.
The finalists will be announced in the fall.
Corporate Award
Your innovation could inspire the next generation
ADRIQ is launching the “Startup of the Future” Award—a unique opportunity to showcase innovative young companies that are developing the solutions of tomorrow. Does your startup offer a bold innovation? Does it address a real-world challenge, demonstrate strong growth potential, and help build the Quebec of tomorrow?
Now is the time to showcase your project!
For this new award, entries will be evaluated by a jury of high school and college students who are passionate about technology and innovation and have participated in Réseau Technoscience activities. Their perspective will help highlight the startups that inspire them and represent, in their view, the solutions of tomorrow.
Following this initial evaluation, the top 10 startups will be selected to participate in the Innovation Awards Gala.
Deadline: September 14, 2026
*All our application forms are available in French only.
The application period is closed; the finalists will be announced in the autumn.
Presented by Québec Tech
This award is given to a Quebec company that has successfully integrated a solution developed by a local technology startup to address a strategic innovation need.
The project stands out for the quality of the collaboration between partners, the relevance of the technological integration, and the measurable benefits generated, particularly in terms of productivity, efficiency, and performance.
By recognizing this type of collaboration, this award highlights the key role of technological networking in accelerating innovation, strengthening business competitiveness, and commercializing Quebec technologies.
Presented by Université Concordia and Université McGill
The finalists are:
- Bioastra Technologies
- Estim.ai
- Patqer Photonique
- Urben Blu
Presented by Innovative Medecines Canada
The finalists are:
- CHU de Québec
- Divocco AI
- Dr Michel Duval – CHU Sainte-Justine
- Dr Vincent-Philippe Lavallée – CHU Sainte-Justine
- Lime Santé
Presented by Canada Foundation for Innovation
The finalists are:
- Femtum in partnership with Solutions Novika
- SysNergie in partnership with Garde côtière canadienne and ISDE
- Technologies Propres TGWT in partnership with Innofibre
The finalists are:
- Centre de robotique et de vision industrielles (CRVI) in partnership with Sami Agtech
- INÉDI in partnership with Santé Québec Montérégie-Est, UQAR et Centre collégial d’expertise en gérontologie
- Institut Technologique de Maintenance Industrielle (ITMI) in partnership with Katak
- Solutions Novika in partnership with Femtum
- TransBIOTech in partnership with 9Bio Thérapeutiques
Presented by Université de Montréal
The finalists are:
- CDSP – Cégep Garneau
- Osons les sciences – Cégep de l’Outaouais
- La science au féminin – Technoscience Cœur du Québec
Presented by Regroupements sectoriels de recherche industrielle du Québec
This award highlights the power of networks and collaborations. It is presented at each RSRI (Research and Innovation Network) event, recognizing the companies and public research institutions involved in a collaborative innovation project that has resulted in a new product, process, or technology. This project, led by the research institution, has generated benefits for the participating companies. It has also provided an opportunity to develop skills and expertise while training highly qualified personnel.
*Reserved for RSRI.
*All our application forms are available in French only.
The winners will be announced towards the end of the summer.
Do you have questions or would you like to become a partner of the Innovation Awards Gala?
To become a partner of the Innovation Awards or for any other questions, please contact:
Marilyn Rémillard
Director of Communications and Events
514-248-2760
marilyn.remillard@adriq.com
Our 2026 Innovation Awards partners
Networking Partner
Bronze Partner
Presented by Sillons, Réseau québécois en innovation sociale (RQiS), Chantier de l’économie sociale et Territoires innovants en économie sociale et solidaire (TIESS)
The finalists are: