TELUS announces the winners of its sixth #StandWithOwners â?? Canada's largest small business contest â?? celebrating the owners who have made it in Canada. From the thousands of applications received, 20 outstanding Canadian businesses representing a broad selection of industries have been recognized for demonstrating how they leverage technology to drive innovation and stand out, while creating meaningful change in their local economy and community.

Their recognition is part of TELUS' ongoing dedication to supporting Canadian businesses. Since 2020, TELUS has invested over $6 million through the #StandWithOwners program, providing essential funding, technology and exposure to help businesses thrive in a digital world.

"The thousands of applications we reviewed this year told remarkable stories of businesses that have truly Made It in Canada," said Katherine Emberly, Senior Vice-President & President, Small and Medium Business at TELUS. "As we celebrate Small Business Month this October, it's the perfect time to highlight our #StandWithOwners winners who embody the spirit of Canadian entrepreneurship while making a meaningful difference in their communities."

This year's five grand prize winners are:

The five grand prize winners each receive a $200,000 prize package, including $75,000 in direct funding, $80,000 in advertising and business exposure, $35,000 in TELUS and Samsung technology, and $10,000 in TELUS Health wellbeing support. An additional 15 winners each receive $20,000 in funding and technology.

To learn more about all 20 of our inspiring winners visit telus.com/winners.

About TELUS

TELUS (TSX: T, NYSE: TU) is a world-leading communications technology company operating in more than 45 countries and generating over $20 billion in annual revenue with more than 20 million customer connections through our advanced suite of broadband services for consumers, businesses and the public sector. We are committed to leveraging our technology to enable remarkable human outcomes. TELUS is passionate about putting our customers and communities first, leading the way globally in client service excellence and social capitalism. Our TELUS Health business is enhancing 157 million lives across 200 countries and territories through innovative preventive medicine and well-being technologies. Our TELUS Agriculture & Consumer Goods business utilizes digital technologies and data insights to optimize the connection between producers and consumers. Guided by our enduring 'give where we live' philosophy, TELUS, our team members and retirees have contributed $1.8 billion in cash, in-kind contributions, time and programs including 2.4 million days of service since 2000, earning us the distinction of the world's most giving company.

We're always building Canada.

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SOURCE TELUS Communications Inc.

SOURCE: TELUS Communications Inc.

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