The 2026 MB AI Innovation Showcase celebrates the latest in artificial intelligence, featuring live demos, hands-on activities, and networking. Attendees get to explore bold ideas, vote for transformative solutions, and connect with Manitoba’s AI change-makers.
Award Criteria
Innovation and Creativity
Inventive solutions that push the boundaries of what AI can achieve. Demonstrate unique thinking and inspire new possibilities in the field of AI.
Relevance and Impact
Addressing real-world challenges or advancing important fields of study. Alignment with societal needs and potential to make a meaningful difference.
Feasibility and Execution
How well the concept has been brought to life, the technical soundness of the solution, and the team’s ability to execute the project effectively within constraints.
Submit Your Work
Are you building an AI project that’s breaking barriers, redefining possibilities, or solving problems in bold, creative ways? We want to see it! Whether you’re an indie hacker with a daring idea, a startup revolutionizing your field, a student pushing the limits of research, or part of an enterprise team driving innovation, this is your chance to take the spotlight.
At the MB AI Innovation Showcase, you’ll have 5 minutes to wow the audience with your vision, share your groundbreaking work, and inspire a community passionate about shaping the future of AI. This isn’t just a showcase—it’s your stage to connect, get feedback, and be part of Manitoba’s AI revolution.
Submit your project today, and let’s celebrate the ideas that will shape tomorrow. The future starts here—make it yours!
The deadline is February 15, and finalist projects will be announced on February 20.
If your project is chosen, you’ll have the exciting opportunity to share your idea on stage on February 25.
Don’t forget to include any videos, recordings, PDFs, or additional materials to help us understand your vision!
Eligibility criteria: Company, individual or team based in Manitoba. Original project which uses or impacts artificial intelligence.