Sports tourism is a powerful economic driver, and Cindy Medynski wants our city to prosper — helping to make Edmonton one of the top sports cities in Canada, and the world. Congratulations on being part of Edify’s 2026 Top 40 Under 40 class. #top40yeg #edifyedmonton

These three recipients of the @UAlberta 2026 Distinguished Alumni Awards reminds us that making a difference begins with questioning familiar narratives and seeing things differently. #sponsored edifyedmonton.com/sponsored/peop…

Having experienced the realities of living with a heart condition himself, Mitchell Wagner’s research aims to give others more time, more hope and more heartbeats. Congratulations on your Top 40 honour. #top40yeg

Whether she’s on stage performing or working behind the scenes, Jacquie Muzichuk brings the same commitment to standing up for others, as she does her art. Congratulations on your Edify 2026 Top 40 Under 40 recognition and on your achievements and contributions. #top40yeg

As co-founder and vice president of Pontem Innovations, Jessa Aco Kuchmak is passionate about using technology to create practical, efficiency focused solutions to improve the lives of others. Congratulations on this year’s Top 40 Under 40 honour. #top40yeg #edifyedmonton

For Gabrielle Blatz, identity is part of a much bigger story — one of community, culture, connection and the generations to come. Congratulations on being recognized among the people shaping Edmonton’s future in Edify’s 2026 Top 40 Under 40. #top40yeg #edifyedmonton

Grant Bruno is the director of Indigenous child health at the University of Alberta. He and his colleagues discovered that many Indigenous cultures don’t see autism as a deficit but rather as a gift of difference. Congrats on being an Edify Top 40 Under 40 honouree. #top40yeg

As a neonatologist with the Stollery Children’s Hospital, Nicole Geddes Anderson knows that nothing inconsequential happens at the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. It’s where premature babies and those born with complications receive exceptional care. #top40yeg

Andrew Karesa watched as his grandmother navigated living with Alzheimer’s and knew there had to be a better way.
As founder and CEO of blueBell Village, he’s leading the conversation about Indigenous dementia care and Indigenous-led health innovation. Congrats on your #top40yeg

As the first Enoch Cree Nation member to serve as the band’s chief financial advisor, Jules Ward is uplifting his nation and helping it prosper — growing the budget from $80 million to $135 million. Congratulations on this year’s Top 40 Under 40 honour. #top40yeg #edifyedmonton

With $400,000 in new funding for cancer research, Egiroh Omene is helping drive scientific discovery and advance Edmonton’s research community. Congratulations on your place among the accomplished individuals celebrated in Edify’s 2026 Top 40 Under 40. #top40yeg

As Creative Director at Kliquethis Media, Karly Watson combines creativity, strategic thinking and visual storytelling to help Edmonton and its businesses stand out. Congratulations on your 2026 Top 40 Under 40 recognition. #top40yeg #edifyedmonton

From a small town in Brazil to some of the world’s biggest tech companies, Marlos Colodovskis Machado is shaping the future of artificial intelligence. Congratulations on being honoured for your contributions to Edmonton as part of Edify’s 2026 Top 40 Under 40. #top40yeg

Better health care isn’t just about what happens in the operating room. It’s also about the people behind every patient journey. Alyshah Nuran’s commitment to patient advocacy means better care for everyone. Congratulations on this year’s Top 40 Under 40 honour. #top40yeg

For Christine Lee, building better communities goes beyond her work with @QualicoYEG. Her advocacy is rooted in the understanding that a neighbourhood’s strength comes from its people, its businesses and the connections that bring them together. #top40yeg #edifyedmonton

The best kind of innovation has people at its heart. Caitlin Earle works to treat her patients holistically, considering multiple conditions and how they interact to affect a patient’s overall health. Congratulations on being recognized in Edify’s 2026 Top 40 Under 40. #top40yeg

Stella Igweamaka came to Canada with her family, an MBA and a desire for a better life. Now, she helps other women like her build better lives, too, with @BCWinaction and FoundHers. Congratulations on being part of the 2026 Top 40. #top40eg #edifyedmonton

Eniola Salami’s work as a family doctor goes beyond her everyday practice. She’s also the Black health lead for the University of Alberta’s Faculty of Medicine. Congratulations on this exciting milestone and your place in Edify’s 2026 Top 40 Under 40.
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Inspired by her own congenital heart condition, Andrea Luft helped raise $100,000 for the Children’s Heart Society, launching the Live With Heart Gala. Congratulations on making Edify’s 2026 Top 40 Under 40.
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A volunteering opportunity in a children’s hospice as a teenager led Kyle Sue-Milne to a career in palliative care — and advocating for better processes to increase labour mobility. Congratulations on your 2026 Top 40 Under 40 recognition.
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