The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce and the Abbotsford News are now welcoming nominations for the 28th annual Business Excellence Awards.
This year, two new categories have been added to the awards to highlight the success of Indigenous-led businesses and young professionals.
The ACOC and Abbotsford News will recognize outstanding organizations and individuals in Abbotsford that strive for
excellence. Nominations are open until Sept. 20 at 6 p.m.
“The past year has brought challenges for small business, and yet there is so much resiliency and community spirit to celebrate,” stated Alex Mitchell, CEO,
of the ACOC. “This year’s Business Excellence awards present an opportunity to showcase innovation and spotlight the handwork and perseverance of small business owners across sectors. We can’t wait to celebrate with our community."
“The Abbotsford News has a 100-year history working alongside the business community and believe in the importance of recognizing their efforts,” said
Carly Ferguson, publisher of The News and a group publisher at Black Press. “The Business Excellence Awards have seen thousands of local businesses nominated over the years with hundreds awarded for excellence.”
The categories for this year’s awards include:
• Home-based Business Excellence
• Tourism Excellence
• Manufacturing and Production Excellence
• Consumer Services Excellence
• Indigenous Business of The Year
• Agriculture & Agri-business Excellence
• Entrepreneur of the year
• Non-profit Organization of the year
• Business of doing good
• New Business of the year
• Established business of the year
• Company of young professionals and entrepreneurs
The public is encouraged to nominate businesses that push innovation, growth, and leadership in our community. Nominations are open until
Sept. 20 at 6 pm and will be reviewed by a panel of community leaders.
The awards will be presented at the Clarion Hotel and Conference Centre on Nov. 14.
For more information on the event, visit abbotsfordchamber.com/business-excellence-awards.
