THE HOME DEPOT CANADA ANNOUNCES 2026 INNOVATION AWARD WINNERS

In every space in the home, award-winning products take the friction out of DIY and elevate home improvement projects for customers

• Annual Recognition Program: The Home Depot Canada's 2026 Innovation Awards recognize standout products that elevate home renovations for DIY and Pro customers by making projects faster, easier, and more efficient.
• Winner: Halstead/Halstead Polished Vinyl Tile earned first place for introducing the market's first polished vinyl tile, pairing a premium finish with waterproof durability and fast, easy installation.
• Runners-Up: CGC – UltraLight PRO drywall (first runner-up) and RYOBI High Flow Electric Pressure Washer (second runner-up) were recognized for lightweight, durable drywall and easy, professional-quality car cleaning, respectively.
• These breakthrough products can empower DIYers and Pros alike to complete projects with greater confidence, in less time, and all without compromising quality.

TORONTO, Nov. 5, 2026 /CNW/ -- The Home Depot Canada announced its 2026 Innovation Awards winners at its Canadian Supplier Partnership Meeting, recognizing products across various home improvement categories spanning from flooring and drywall to automotive cleaning.

The winners of The Home Depot Canada 2026 Innovation Awards are:

Winner: Halstead/Halstead Polished Vinyl Tile
Halstead's Lifeproof Polished Vinyl Tile earned this year's Innovation of the Year award by creating a brand-new product. It brings the polished finish of traditional tile into luxury vinyl and is waterproof, easy to score and snap, and very fast to install. As the first polished vinyl tile of its kind on the market, it creates a new category for The Home Depot Canada, combining a premium look with practical benefits for DIY customers and multifamily Pros.

First Runner Up: CGC – UltraLight PRO drywall
CGC is the Innovation of the Year first runner-up for its new UltraLight PRO drywall. Using proprietary technology, CGC has developed its lightest and most durable 1/2-inch panel ever produced. Its strengthened edges absorb more impact, reduce fastener blowouts and better withstand job-site wear and tear. These improvements enable faster, smoother installation with less material waste, delivering an innovative solution for professionals and DIYers. UltraLight PRO drywall is available exclusively at The Home Depot Canada.

Second Runner Up: RYOBI High Flow Electric Pressure Washer
TTI's RYOBI High Flow Pressure Washer is the Innovation of the Year second runner-up. Exclusive to The Home Depot Canada, it advances automotive cleaning with powerful 1.8 GPM performance and premium car-detailing features. Its compact, one-handed design, specialized nozzles, built-in foaming capability and extra-long hose make professional-quality car care easier and more accessible than ever.

"Everything we achieve for our customers is made possible by working together," said Kahlid Belkaid, Vice President of Merchandising at The Home Depot Canada. "We're proud to recognize suppliers who go above and beyond--for our customers, our associates and our business."

In addition to the winner and runners-up, The Home Depot Canada also recognized several finalists for their dedication to innovation:

• American Standard – Cadet III Ultra High Efficiency Toilet is a Home Depot Canada exclusive featuring a water-saving 3.4-litre light flush.
• CIL – Olympic EasySeal exterior stain is a The Home Depot Canada exclusive designed for even, run-free, one-coat exterior staining.
• Feit Electric – Vista Skylight Exclusive is a first-to-market-in-Canada LED artificial skylight at an affordable price, delivering a dual-layer sky effect plus functional room lighting.
• Freud Diablo Metal Demon is the only three-in-one bit for mild, hardened and stainless steel, designed for faster drilling and a longer life. 
• Leedarson EcoSmart combines selectable colour temperature, outage battery backup and a built-in flashlight in one affordable, multi-functional light bulb.
• Nexgrill Convertible Grills brings accessible dual-fuel flexibility to mid-price grills with propane-to-natural-gas conversion.
• Willowbrook Nursery First Editions Summer Sizzle Panicle Hydrangea is an early-blooming, drought-tolerant Zone 3 panicle hydrangea with beautiful blooms that shift from white to deep red.

The Home Depot Canada recognized outstanding supplier Partner of the Year recipients in each merchandising category:

• Lighting: Feit Electric 
• Kitchen: Monoserra 
• Building Materials: Icon Protection
• Hardware: MSI
• Plumbing: Rheem 
• Bath: Kohler
• Appliances: Hisense
• Flooring: MD Loxcreen
• Paint: CIL
• Millwork: Alexandria Moulding 
• Decor: 3D Interior Decorating 
• Power: Milwaukee Tool
• Storage: Huskey
• Electrical: Kidde 
• Indoor: Nexgrill 
• Lumber: West Fraser
• Outdoor: Old Castle 

The Home Depot Canada also honored Willowbrook Nurseries as Environmental Partner of the Year, Peak as Ecommerce Partner of the Year, Ecoline as Service Provider of the Year, The Carr Group as Supply Chain Partner of the Year, and BEHR as Marketing Partner of the Year.

ABOUT THE HOME DEPOT
The Home Depot is the world's largest home improvement specialty retailer. At the end of the second quarter of fiscal 2026, the company operated a total of 2,364 retail stores and over 1,340 SRS locations across all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, 10 Canadian provinces and Mexico. The Company employs over 470,000 associates. The Home Depot's stock is traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: HD) and is included in the Dow Jones industrial average and Standard & Poor's 500 index.

SOURCE The Home Depot of Canada Inc.

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