Elevatemb

03/25/2026

We’re already looking ahead to ElevateMB 2027, and if this year was any indication, it’s going to be something special.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for ElevateMB 2026. The energy in the room, the conversations, and the connections made throughout the day are exactly what this event is all about. It’s inspiring to see our business community come together to learn, share, and grow.

We can’t wait to build on this and bring you an even bigger and better event next year.

🎥 A big thank you to for putting together this video recap.

03/03/2026

Thank you to for capturing all the special moments from ElevateMB 2026 📸✨

We’re so grateful to have these memories from such an incredible day.

03/03/2026

✨ ElevateMB 2026. What a Day. What a Community. ✨

We are still riding the high from this year’s ElevateMB Business Expo.

From the energy in the room… to the conversations happening in the TC Energy Parlour… this event was a true celebration of southeastern Manitoba’s business community.

But events like this don’t happen on their own.

They happen because of incredible sponsors who believe in investing in entrepreneurs, collaboration, and regional growth.

💛 Title Sponsor
T&T Properties

🌟 Visionary Sponsors
AMBM
CDEM
Eco-West Canada
World Trade Centre Winnipeg

📈 Growth Sponsors
Titan
Tourond Creek – St. Adolphe

🤝 Networking Sponsor
TC Energy

🏘 Community Sponsors
FCC
Oak River Meadow

🎤 Media Partner
Golden West

Your support allowed us to bring in exceptional speakers, deliver meaningful breakout sessions, and end with a packed networking mixer full of connection and momentum.

To everyone who attended — thank you.
To every exhibitor who showed up with passion — thank you.
To every speaker who shared their expertise — thank you.
And to our sponsors — we truly cannot thank you enough.

ElevateMB continues to grow because this region shows up for each other.

Here’s to building stronger businesses in 2026!

02/28/2026

02/27/2026

We can’t thank T&T Properties enough for coming on board as our Title Sponsor!!

02/20/2026

🚨 Only a few days left to grab your tickets to ElevateMB 2026! 🚨

If AI feels overwhelming or you’re not sure where to start, this session is for you.

🤖 AI for Business

With Carl Heller, Instructor at the Buller School of Business, Providence University College

Artificial Intelligence isn’t just for tech giants anymore. It’s quickly becoming a must-know tool for small and mid-sized businesses — and Carl will show you how to use it in practical, everyday ways.

In this hands-on session, you’ll learn how to:
✔️ Create social media content faster
✔️ Summarize and respond to emails efficiently
✔️ Handle common customer inquiries
✔️ Analyze spreadsheets to improve decision-making
✔️ Navigate safety and privacy considerations
✔️ Get started with confidence

Plus — you’ll see a live demonstration of AI in action and have the opportunity to ask your own questions during an open Q&A.

🎟️ Tickets are almost gone.
Secure yours now at ElevateMB.ca and join us February 26 at the TC Energy Centre.

02/17/2026

🚨 JUST OVER ONE WEEK TO GO — AND WE’RE ALMOST SOLD OUT. 🚨

If ElevateMB 2026 is on your radar, this is your sign to secure your seat.

Here’s what’s waiting for you:

🎤 Keynote: Manjit Minhas
Award-winning entrepreneur and Co-Founder of Minhas Brewery, Distillery and Winery — sharing the real secrets behind scaling, mentorship, and breakthrough success.

💥 Epic Fails Panel
Honest stories from real Manitoba entrepreneurs about costly mistakes, growing pains, and the lessons that made their businesses stronger.

🔥 Building Brands that Connect
Amanda Buhse reveals how authenticity, consistency, and customer insight build loyalty that lasts.

🔐 Cybersecurity in the Modern Workplace
Andrew Pratt breaks down phishing, AI-driven cybercrime, and practical protection strategies for small and mid-sized businesses.

🤖 AI for Business
Practical, real-world ways to use AI to create content, respond to customers, analyze data, and save serious time — plus a live demonstration.

💰 How to Pay Yourself Smarter
CPA Josee Bremault Robert unpacks salary vs. dividends, tax strategy, and aligning your business income with long-term wealth goals.

🧠 Ask the Experts
Rotate through small-group conversations with CRA, BDC, financial planners, HR specialists and more.

🛍️ Nearly 20 Trade Show Booths
Connect with local businesses, discover services, explore tools, and build meaningful partnerships.

🥂 End-of-Day Networking Mixer
Wrap up the day with intentional connection, conversation, and collaboration.

This is not just another event.
It’s a full day of clarity, strategy, connection, and momentum for 2026.

📅 February 26, 2026
📍 TC Energy Centre, Île-des-Chênes

⚠️ Tickets are almost gone.
🎟️ Buy now before we hit capacity: elevatemb.ca
👉 Full lineup: elevatemb.ca/speaker

ElevateMB (formerly Edge Business Expo) is returning for its third year, bringing together entrepreneurs, business leaders, and innovators from across Southeastern Manitoba for a day of learning, networking, and inspiration.

02/14/2026

🚨 Cybersecurity in the Modern Workplace 🚨

Think cybercrime only happens to big corporations? Think again.

As a business owner, you’ve worked hard to build your brand and reputation — but one phishing email or data breach can undo it all in an instant.

Join cybersecurity veteran Andrew Pratt (EVP at The WolfStrata Group and President of the CIO Association of Canada, Manitoba Chapter) for a powerful, eye-opening session packed with real-world stories and practical advice.

You’ll learn:
✔ What you need to know about phishing, vishing & data-theft scams
✔ What recent local cyber incidents reveal about attacker tactics
✔ Realistic cybersecurity steps for small and mid-sized businesses
✔ How AI is changing cybercrime — and how to keep up

Come for the unbelievable (but true) stories.
Leave with the knowledge to protect what matters most.

🎟 Don’t miss this session — your business depends on it.

02/13/2026

🛋️ New at ElevateMB: Coach on the Couch with Nicole Dubé

Take your business to the next level with a private, one-on-one coaching session with professional emcee, keynote speaker, and media coach

These focused sessions offer personalized guidance to help you clarify your brand story, pitch with confidence, strengthen your media presence, and overcome common growth roadblocks. Walk away with practical insight you can put into action right away.

⚡ Spaces are limited and advance registration is required. If you’re attending ElevateMB, be sure to secure your session early.

👉 Learn more and sign up here: www.elevatemb.ca/speakers

02/10/2026

Ready to learn what not to do in business? 👀

Our Epic Fails Panel, moderated by brings together Manitoba entrepreneurs Chris Ewen , Amanda Buhse and Mathieu Manaigre for a refreshingly honest conversation about the mistakes that shaped their success. Expect real stories, hard lessons, a few laughs PLUS insights you can actually use to grow your business.

Because sometimes the best breakthroughs come from the biggest setbacks.

📅 February 26, 2026
📍 Île des Chênes, MB

Spots are filling quickly. Secure your ticket today at elevatemb.ca and don’t miss one of the most candid sessions of the expo.

02/09/2026

Amanda Buhse is taking the stage at ElevateMB!

Founder of Coal and Canary and one of Manitoba’s most recognized entrepreneurs, Amanda will share powerful insights on building a brand that truly connects. Learn how authenticity, consistency, and a deep understanding of your customer can fuel loyalty and long-term growth.

If you’re looking for practical strategies and real-world inspiration to elevate your business, you won’t want to miss this session.

Get your tickets today at elevateMB.ca — and join us for a day designed to inspire, connect, and empower entrepreneurs in rural Manitoba.

02/04/2026

🚨 Tickets are selling fast for ElevateMB 2026 — and you won’t want to miss the business event everyone will be talking about.

Join us on February 26 at the TC Energy Centre for a full day of inspiration, connections, and real-world insights designed for entrepreneurs and business leaders.

We’re also getting ready to announce even more tremendous speakers next week, making this year’s lineup stronger than ever.

🎟️ Grab your tickets before they’re gone.
📩 Stay in the loop — sign up for our newsletter at ElevateMB.ca for the latest speaker announcements and event updates.

ElevateMB (formerly Edge Business Expo) is returning for its third year, bringing together entrepreneurs, business leaders, and innovators from across Southeastern Manitoba for a day of learning, networking, and inspiration.