Digital Alberta is pleased to announce the winners of the 2021 Ember Awards. Their panel of national (and international) judges selected the winners based on the originality, impact, and quality of execution of their projects.
The Ember Awards were created nearly 15 years ago to celebrate the digital excellence of individuals and organizations across Alberta. This year, they continue celebrating these initiatives, shining a light on the wider accomplishments of the community, as well as diverse leaders.
The following winners were chosen out of a total of 125 applications to the 2020/21 awards, illustrating the incredible growth and vibrancy of the Interactive and Digital Media landscape in Alberta.
Web & Digital Marketing
Best Web Solution – Budget Under 30K
Winner: Motiv
Best Web Solution – Budget 30K-100K
Winner: Paper Leaf Design
Best Web Solution – Budget Over 100K
Winner: Lift Interactive
Best Social Media Campaign
Winner: ZGM
Best Display Ad or Campaign sponsored by Kick Media
Winner: FKA
Best Commercial Video
Winner: DDB Canada
Best Online Series, Short Film or Documentary
Winner: Sticks & Stones for Renewable
Best Podcast sponsored by Lift Interactive
Winner: Amanda Hamilton for After Hours
Best Digital Publication sponsored by Communo
Winner: Taproot Edmonton
Best Event sponsored by ZGM
Winner: Strut Creative for “Back to Batoche“
Tech & Innovation
Best Mobile Solution
Winner: ePlay Digital for Klocked
Like Nobody’s Business Award sponsored by Alberta Blue Cross
Winner: Broken Pencil Studios
Best Immersive Technology and Best Education & eLearning sponsored by Taproot Publishing
Winner: DDB Canada for Geminai Rising
Up-And-Coming Talent
Best Up-And-Coming Game Developer sponsored by ESIO
Winner: Stephen Huang
Best Up-And-Coming Esports Creator sponsored by AESA
Winner: Ty Tomasta
Gaming
Best Nonprofit Association or Community Group sponsored by Alberta Blue Cross
Best Indie Game
Winner: Neon Noodles
Studio of the Year sponsored by Calgary Economic Development
Winner: MAMMOTH XR
Industry Champions
NEXT LEVEL Volunteerism sponsored by Critical Mass
Winner: Mike Lohaus
Indigenous Innovator of the Year sponsored by Innovate Edmonton
Winner: Tracy Campbell
Woman In Tech of the Year sponsored by FKA
Winner: Amy Yu
Community Champion of the Year sponsored by Alberta Blue Cross
Winner: Alicia Fowler
Industry Leadership
Emerging Digital Leaders sponsored by Amii
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Digital Technology Leaders sponsored by Amii
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