2026 NB Export Awards | Actively Recruiting

The New Brunswick Export Awards reception and gala celebrates the successes, innovative approaches, and extraordinary results of New Brunswick’s exporting companies. ONB’s signature annual event — now a longstanding tradition — strives to facilitate connections between business-minded people by offering an ideal opportunity to network, learn, and inspire. This year’s event takes place on Thursday, May 28, 2026 at the Saint John Trade & Convention Centre. A reception will take place from 5:30pm to 6:30pm, followed by formal dinner featuring local food and beverages and the much-anticipated awards ceremony from 6:30pm to 9:30pm.

In 2026, awards will be presented in eight categories; each selected by a judging panel comprised of New Brunswick business leaders representing academia and the private sector. If your company’s sales outside of New Brunswick are valued at $30,000 CAD or more, you could be in the running to receive one of our prestigious NB Export Awards. Apply by April 13, 2026.

Companies are also invited to attend a training session delivered by ONB’s Export Development and Business Growth teams, designed to provide valuable insights to New Brunswick companies on relevant business development topics, supporting businesses of all sizes as they grow and expand into new markets. This year’s theme is Strategic Diversification: Navigating Global Shifts. The session will take place from 10am-2pm at the Saint John Harbourfront Hotel.