Innovation Awards
eTail Toronto Innovation Awards
eTail Toronto presents the premier celebration of excellence innovation. The eTail Toronto Innovation Awards recognize the work of retail and ecommerce leaders across Canadian retail.
Submit Your Nomination
Submit 2026 Nominations
Nomination deadline is Friday, March 13, 2026. This is your chance to recognize the outstanding achievements and contributions of your peers.
In addition to the categories listed below, all submissions will also be considered by the judges for two special honors: The Canadian Spirit Award, recognizing a campaign that best showcases Canadian enterprise, and the Rising Canadian Brand Award, celebrating an emerging brand making its mark in Canadian retail.
Best Multichannel Campaign
Marketing campaigns with proven comprehensive success in brand storytelling, customer acquisition, retention, and retail experience across all relevant marketing channels.
Accepted nominations must illustrate how an emerging technology was implemented and must show measurable results.
SubmitBest Implementation of an Emerging Technology
Most thorough implementation of an emerging technology with proven ROI for the company’s marketing objectives.
Accepted nominations must illustrate how an emerging technology was implemented and must show measurable results.
SubmitMarketing Innovator of the Year
Individual exhibiting the best of marketing: embracing new technologies, remaining on the cutting edge of culture, and driving brand growth.
Accepted nominees must showcase leading, innovative work in marketing and ecommerce.
SubmitOur Judging Panel
Our esteemed advisory board will service on the judging panel:
Frederick LeCoq
Chief Marketing Officer
Simons
Thomas Hamilton
VP, Sales & Marketing
Snuggle Bugz
Mélissa Lessard
Divisional Director, Operations, Strategy & Integration
Couche-Tard
Jeremiah Curvers
CEO
Polysleep
Janet Ihm
VP, Channel Strategy & Digital Experience
Ontario Cannabis Store
Johnny Russo
Chief Digital Officer
Lamour & MLG Brands
Mirna Saffouri
VP, Marketing & Digital
La Vie En Rose
Important Details:
Rules
- Nominations must be received by Friday, March 13, 2026
- Only retailers may be nominated. Vendors, however, may nominate their clients.
- Self-nominations and nominations on behalf of other retail organizations are accepted.
- Nominations will be reviewed and finalists in each category will be determined by the eTail Toronto Advisory Board.
Winners
Finalists will be notified about a month before event and will receive a complimentary pass to attend eTail Toronto 2026. The winners will be announced at eTail Toronto 2026.