Award Categories

ASTech Awards have grown to encompass more than a dozen distinct categories.  Awards are offered in several category groups.  Please review specific awards for particular criteria.

Nominations for one individual, team or organization can be submitted in only one category. In special cases, the judging panel reserves the right to move nominations into a more appropriate category.

Research

Science - Knowledge Creation

Outstanding Leadership in Alberta Science - about

Technology - Increasing Relevancy

Outstanding Leadership in Alberta Technology  - about

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Applied Research and / or Commercialization of Innovation

SAIT  Polytechnic Outstanding Achievement in Applied Technology and Innovation  - about

Outstanding Commercial Achievement in Alberta Science and Technology  - about

• Sales less than $25M

• Sales greater than $25M
  

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Leadership

Leaders of Tomorrow Award Sponsored by Advanced Education and Technology - about

Outstanding Contribution to Alberta Science and Technology Community - about

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Impact or Influence on Albertans

Outstanding Achievement in Environmental Technology and Innovation Sponsored by Agrium Inc.- about

Societal Impact Award - about

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Sector Specific

Agriculture

Innovation in Agricultural Science Sponsored by Dow AgroSciences  - about

Oil Sands

Innovation in Oil Sands Research - Sponsored by Syncrude Canada Ltd. - about

ICT

Innovation in Information and Communications Technology - about

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Public Awareness

Excellence in Science and Technology Public Awareness  - about