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 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 below award categories, all submissions will be evaluated by the judges for The Canadian Spirit Award to celebrate a campaign best showcasing Canadian enterprise and Rising Canadian Brand Award to celebrate an emerging brand breaking through 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.
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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, and key members of the WBR eTail team.
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.