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The True North Awards 2026 Finalists

The True North Awards celebrate excellence in Canadian hospitality and multi-residential design — spotlighting the individuals, products, and projects that move our industry forward with integrity, innovation, and impact.
You’re now in the voting stage of this two-part recognition process. Finalists have been selected from community nominations based on eligibility and alignment with category criteria. Now it’s time to cast your vote and help determine this year’s award recipients.
🗳️ How It Works:
Each category includes a brief description and the list of finalists.
You may vote for one finalist per category.
Vote in as many or as few categories as you'd like — skip any that don’t apply.
All votes are anonymous.
🏆 Winners will be announced live at the True North Awards celebration on Thursday, May 28th at Radisson Blu Downtown Toronto.
Thank you for being part of this important recognition of Canadian design, manufacturing, and industry excellence.
Let’s raise the bar — and a glass — to the True North.
Best in Canadian Products
This award honours Canadian-made or Canadian-led products that demonstrate excellence in design, innovation, and application within hospitality and multifamily environments.
Soft Surface Flooring

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Bath and Plumbing

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Best Canadian Contractor or Installer
This award honours hands-on professionals whose skill, precision, and execution bring hospitality and multifamily projects to life on site.

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Best Canadian Freight or Logistics Provider
This award honours logistics partners whose reliability, coordination, and care support the successful delivery of hospitality and multifamily projects across Canada.

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Best in Canadian Procurement
This award honours the behind-the-scenes professionals whose strategic sourcing, coordination, and leadership keep complex projects on track.

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Sustainability Standout
This award honours products or companies driving measurable sustainability impact through materials, manufacturing, or responsible innovation in the built environment.

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Top Canadian Vendor
This award honours Canadian vendors who consistently deliver exceptional products, service, and partnership to the hospitality and design community.

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Canadian Hospitality Ownership or Management
This award honours hotel ownership groups whose long-term stewardship, investment, and leadership elevate guest experience and Canadian hospitality.

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Uniquely Canadian Brand
This award honours hospitality brands built in Canada that reflect a distinct national identity and lasting impact on the industry.

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Brand Steward Award
This award honours individuals who personify their brand and lead with integrity, passion, and influence within the hospitality industry.

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Rep of the Year
This award honours manufacturer and agency representatives whose expertise, relationships, and service excellence strengthen the Canadian design and hospitality market.

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Guiding Light Mentor Award
This award honours individuals who uplift others through mentorship, guidance, and a sustained commitment to developing future industry leaders.

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The Solutionist Award
This award honours individuals known for calm, creative problem-solving and exceptional professionalism under pressure.

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Hospitality Project of the Year
This award honours an outstanding hotel, resort, or restaurant project that exemplifies design excellence, guest experience, and collaboration in Canada.

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Multi-Family Project of the Year
This award honours a residential or mixed-use project that demonstrates innovation, livability, and thoughtful design for Canadian communities.

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Collaboration of the Year
This award honours cross-disciplinary partnerships whose shared vision and teamwork result in exceptional outcomes for Canadian hospitality and multifamily projects.

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Legacy Award
This award honours an individual or company whose long-standing contributions have shaped, strengthened, and advanced the Canadian hospitality and design industry.

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Emerging Talent Award
This award honours early-career professionals who, within their first five years in the industry, are already demonstrating meaningful impact, leadership potential, and contribution to the Canadian hospitality and built environment sectors.

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