Amplify Awards Nomination Form

Vancouver | October 20, 2026

On October 20, 2026, the Technology Council will proudly host the Amplify Awards, a celebratory evening reception that recognizes Indigenous individuals, communities, and organizations utilizing technology to enhance Indigenous self-determination and support economic, cultural, and community well-being.

Amplify Award Nominations

The Amplify Awards recognize the outstanding achievements of Indigenous technology leaders dedicated to empowering Indigenous students and communities through innovation. The awards will honour individuals, Indigenous communities, and organizations at the forefront of digital advancement and technological innovation, highlighting their significant contributions to community development and Indigenous leadership.

Award Category #1: Indigenous Technologist Award

Honours an Indigenous technologist, entrepreneur, or digital creator whose work demonstrates strong technical leadership and tangible benefits for Indigenous Peoples. This may include individuals working in industry, founders, researchers, creative technologists, or community-based innovators.

Award Category #2: Innovative Community or Organization Award

Recognizes an Indigenous community, Nation, non-profit, social enterprise, or Indigenous-led organization that is using technology in a transformative way to enhance social, economic, cultural, or environmental well-being for Indigenous Peoples.

Award Category #3: Emerging Indigenous Leader Award

Celebrates an Indigenous person aged 18–35 who is early in their career and demonstrating notable leadership, creativity, and momentum in using technology to create a positive impact for Indigenous communities.

Eligibility

Who can be nominated?

Nominees must be Indigenous and have a strong connection to British Columbia.
Individuals must reside in BC or be undertaking significant work that benefits Indigenous communities in BC.
Communities and organizations must be located in BC or have core operations here and serve Indigenous Peoples in BC.
Projects or achievements should demonstrate technology-enabled impact within the last 24 months and reflect Indigenous values, cultural integrity, and community benefit.
We welcome both self-nominations and nominations submitted by others.

Criteria

We're looking for nominations that demonstrate:

Meaningful Indigenous community impact
Clear benefits for Indigenous Peoples or communities.
Creative and innovative use of technology
Technology used in transformative, culturally grounded, or community-driven ways.
Cultural grounding and ethical practice
Respect for Indigenous values, protocols, and responsible engagement.
Leadership that uplifts others
Leadership that builds capacity, inspires, and supports others.
Sustainability and future potential
Ongoing impact, growth, or long-term viability.

Your nomination does not need to be long. Just focus on sharing clear examples of impact and how technology is being applied to make a meaningful difference.

Nominations for the 2026 Amplify Awards close April 10, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. PT. Questions or support: events@technologycouncil.ca

Amplify Awards Nominations 2026

Section A - Nomination Category

Nomination Category (Select One)(Required)

Indigenous Technologist Award

Innovative Community or Organization Award

Emerging Indigenous Leader Award (18–35)

Section B - Nominee Information

Nominee’s Name (Individual, Community, or Organization)(Required)

Nation/Community Affiliation (if applicable)

Nominee’s Role or Title (if applicable)

Nominee’s Email(Required)

Nominee’s Phone Number

Nominee’s City/Region in BC

Section C - Nominator information

Your Name (Individual, Community, or Organization)(Required)

Your Organization (if applicable)

Your Role or Title (if applicable)

Your Email(Required)

Your Phone Number

Relationship to Nominee (optional)

Section D - Nomination Narrative

Word counts are suggestions; a shorter version is fine if it's clear.

Impact Summary(Required)

Describe what has the nominee achieved, and why do they deserve Amplify recognition? (max 200 words)

Technology and Innovation(Required)

Describe what technology did they build, lead, or implement? What makes it innovative or effective? (max 250 words)

Benefit to Indigenous Peoples/Communities(Required)

What specific outcomes, who benefited, and how. (max 250 words)

Cultural Grounding & Integrity

How does this work respects Indigenous values, community consent, or data sovereignty? (max 200 words)

Leadership & Future Potential

How is this nominee inspiring others or creating pathways forward? (max 200 words)

Section E - Supporting Evidence (optional but encouraged)

Supporting Evidence

Attach or link to any relevant documents, articles, or references that support this nomination, such as project reports, media coverage, testimonials, etc.

Drop files here or

Max. file size: 128 MB, Max. files: 3.

Paste links here:

Section F - Reference (required for self-nominations)

If you are self-nominating, please provide a reference supporting the information you provided above.

Reference Name

Organization

Email

Phone

Declaration(Required)

I declare that the information in this nomination is accurate to the best of my knowledge.

I agree to be contacted if additional information is needed.

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