ABOUT THE TRUE NORTH AWARDS
The True North Awards were created to recognize and celebrate the designers, developers, and visionaries shaping Canada’s hospitality and multi-residential spaces. These awards shine a spotlight on the people and projects that are pushing boundaries, building community, and raising the bar for design excellence.
ABOUT NEWH
NEWH is the premier networking resource for the hospitality industry, bringing together professionals across design, architecture, development, and manufacturing. With a focus on education, mentorship, and community, NEWH champions the people and partnerships shaping the future of hospitality.
2026 Award Categories
True North Awards 2026
Product Excellence
Recognizing Canadian innovation, manufacturing strength, and product leadership shaping hospitality and multifamily environments.
- Best in Canadian Products
- Soft Surface Flooring
- Furniture
- Lighting
- Wallcovering
- Bath & Plumbing
- Art
- Fabric
- Top Canadian Vendor
- Sustainability Standout
Service Excellence
Honouring the professionals and organizations whose expertise and execution bring projects to life.
- Best Canadian Contractor or Installer
- Best Canadian Freight or Logistics Provider
- Best in Canadian Procurement
Leadership & Industry Impact
Celebrating individuals and organizations whose leadership, stewardship, and long-term contributions elevate Canadian hospitality.
- Canadian Hospitality Ownership or Management Award
- Uniquely Canadian Brand Award
- Brand Steward Award
- Rep of the Year
- The Guiding Light Mentor Award
- The Solutionist Award
- Legacy Award
- Emerging Talent Award
Project Excellence
Recognizing outstanding built work that defines the future of Canadian hospitality and multifamily environments.
- Hospitality Project of the Year
- Multi-Family Project of the Year
- Collaboration of the Year
