ResearchNB has joined the InnovateNB Awards as a core partner ahead of the fifth annual event, scheduled for Nov. 26 at the Fredericton Convention Centre.

ResearchNB joins TechImpact, NBIF, the McKenna Institute at UNB and Propel as presenting partners of the awards, which recognize people, companies and organizations involved in digital adoption and innovation in New Brunswick.

“ResearchNB brings valuable expertise and a strong connection to New Brunswick’s research community,” TechImpact CEO Cathy Simpson said in a statement.

ResearchNB CEO Candice Pollack said the organization was pleased to partner with the awards to recognize people and organizations working in innovation.

The 2026 InnovateNB Awards will recognize achievements in nine categories, including Researcher of the Year. The event will also present the Gerry Pond Innovation Hall of Fame Award, named after the late New Brunswick entrepreneur and inaugural 2022 inductee.

Nominations for the 2026 awards are open until Sept. 28. You can click here to nominate people. Finalists are scheduled to be announced Nov. 12.

Tickets for the Nov. 26 event are available now, with early-bird pricing available until Sept. 30. You can click here for tickets. 

ResearchNB supports research in New Brunswick by funding research, promoting research excellence and connecting researchers across sectors including agriculture, forestry, oceans, health and energy.