RampUp is Manitoba's premier startup weekend and North Forge's crown jewel — past alumni include PermissionClick (acquired) and Go Oil (40+ franchises). The 2026 video-pitch pre-screening is a smart upgrade that keeps the energy high on Friday night.
About this event
North Forge's flagship 50+ hour startup competition where aspiring entrepreneurs pitch ideas, form teams, and build minimum viable products over three days. New for 2026: participants submit 1-minute video pitches in advance; top 30 are selected to live-pitch at the Friday kickoff event, with the audience voting on the top 10 ideas to move forward. The event culminates in a final pitch competition at Princess Auto Stadium's Pinnacle Club, with $10,000 for first place.
- Stage
- Early Stage
- Recurrence
- Recurring event
