Enactus Saint Mary’s the 2026 Atlantic Regional Exposition
Enactus Saint Mary’s secured finishes in all four categories at the 2026 Enactus Canada Atlantic Regional Exposition this past Friday:
Innovation and Impact Challenge - 1st place
TD Entrepreneurship Challenge - 1st place
Canadian Tire Environmental Sustainability Challenge - 2nd place
Desjardins Community Empowerment Challenge - 3rd place
These results reflect the team's ongoing commitment to addressing social and environmental issues through sustainable business models.
Innovation and Impact
The Innovation and Impact Challenge, supported by Enactus Alumni, recognized the development of Alaagi. Now in its second year, the project was noted for its practical approach to sustainability challenges. The judges highlighted the team's ability to refine the project’s technical application while maintaining its core mission of environmental impact.
Community Entrepreneurship
The presentation for the TD Entrepreneurship Challenge focused on the entrepreneurial empowerment of two projects: Square Roots and Gluten Free Living. The team provided 47 local entrepreneurs with the specific tools, skills and knowledge required to manage and grow their own community-based ventures.
Environmental Sustainability
In the Canadian Tire Environmental Sustainability Challenge, the judges reviewed the progress of the teams’ most established initiative, Square Roots. This project continues to provide affordable produce to communities across 28 locations in Nova Scotia by managing surplus food supplies.
Community Empowerment
Finally, the team earned third in the Desjardins Community Empowerment Challenge with two distinct models:
Being There: A preventive-care model using clinical screening and weekly check-ins to help older adults maintain independence at home.
Options Online: A flexible digital program empowering youth facing employment barriers to build the skills and confidence necessary for the modern workforce.
Next Steps: National Exposition
Following the regional wins, Enactus Saint Mary’s will advance to the Enactus Canada National Exposition held in Montreal, Quebec, from May 6-8, 2026. The team will participate in three competitions, including the defence of their current national title.