Made it in Canada
Canada's biggest small business contest is back, and we’re looking for owners who have Made it in Canada.
Apply for a chance to win $200,000 in funding, technology and exposure to help your business thrive.
Apply for a chance to win $200,000 in funding, technology and exposure to help your business thrive.
We’re awarding 35 Canadian businesses
5 grand prize winners receive
$200,000
in funding, technology and exposure
15 winners receive
$20,000
in funding and technology
Applications are open, don’t miss out
June 3, 2025
Application period begins
September 3, 2025
Application period closes at 11:59 p.m. EDT
October 21, 2025
Winners will be announced and celebrated
What we’re looking for
Business owners are innovators
Demonstrate how you’ve adapted to stand out from your peers and grow your business.
Business owners value their network
Share how your team, whether employees, mentors, volunteers, family, friends or other support networks help contribute to your success.
Business owners give back
Show how your business makes its community more sustainable, diverse, equitable, and inclusive.
Our commitment
Since 2020, we’ve committed over $6 million to #StandWithOwners, providing funding, technology and exposure to help owners thrive in a digital world.
Wondering if your business is eligible?
We’re looking for a broad selection of businesses across all sizes, stages, industries and communities across Canada.
If you’re a Canadian business owner, we want to hear from you!
I just recently started my business, can I apply?
Yes, you’re eligible to apply. Businesses just starting are eligible to apply, as long as they are currently up and running at the time of application.
I’m a sole proprietor. Am I eligible?
As long as your business is an established business and generating revenue, sole proprietors are considered eligible to apply. Please list your employee size as 1.
Are non-profits eligible to apply?
Yes, not-for-profits, registered charities, and social enterprises are considered eligible to apply. To be eligible, you must operate within Canada and primarily serve Canadian communities through innovative, grassroots programs that address pressing local challenges.
Get started with your application
Looking for inspiration? Follow
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on your favourite social media platform for application tips from previous winners, along with other helpful content.
Application tips
Share with us your business story, what inspired you to start and let your passion shine through! Check out our
application tips
for more guidance.
Review process
Each application is reviewed by an internal TELUS panel, including executives from across the organization.
Winners announcement
Winners will be notified in early October and announced here and on social media on October 21, 2025.
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