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2026 Tourism Awards Nominations Are Now Open!

Help us celebrate the outstanding individuals, businesses, organizations, and initiatives that make New Brunswick's tourism industry thrive.
Nominations for the 2026 Tourism Awards are now being accepted. Browse the award categories below and submit your nominations before the nomination deadline of Friday, July 17, 2026.
This year, several award categories have been refreshed to better reflect the evolving tourism industry, and we are also introducing new award categories to recognize emerging achievements and innovation.
To ensure each category receives the attention it deserves, new award categories will be unveiled daily. Be sure to check back regularly for the latest nomination opportunities, award announcements, and program updates.

Small Business - Marketing Award

Large Business - Marketing Award

Tourism Industry Pioneer Award

Collaborative Impact Award

(Known as Partnership Award)

Tourism Innovation Award

(Known as Product Development Award)

Sustainable Tourism Award

(Presented by Parks Canada)

Indigenous Tourism Excellence Award

(Presented by ITANB)

Taste of New Brunswick Award

(Known as Food Tourism Award)

Parks & Recreation Excellence Award

(Presented by ExploreNB)

Small Festival or Event Award

(Presented by ExploreNB)

Large Festival or Event Award

(Presented by ExploreNB)

Sport Tourism Award

Industry Leader of the Year Award