Nominations are now open for the 29th annual Business Excellence Awards.
The event, co-sponsored by the Abbotsford News and the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce, recognizes outstanding organizations and individuals in Abbotsford that strive for excellence in our community.
Nominations will be accepted until Sept. 8 at 4:30 p.m. and the event itself is scheduled for The Clarion Hotel and Conference Centre on Thursday, Nov. 13 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. The community is encouraged to nominate for their favourites and those nominations will then be reviewed by a panel of community leaders.
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 Award
“The Abbotsford News is proud to partner with the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce in representing our local businesses and supporting them in any way we can,” stated Steve Scott, publisher of The Abbotsford News. “The Business Excellence Awards are recognized as the signature event each year that showcase the businesses in our community who go above and beyond in their field.”
Any business, individual, or organization operating in Abbotsford can be nominated and nominations are welcomed by anybody in our community, public and chamber members.
“In a time of growing uncertainty, local businesses are facing immense pressure. And yet, they continue to show up for our community with resilience, ingenuity, and heart,” said Paul Penner, president of the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce. “The Business Excellence Awards are our way of recognizing and uplifting the businesses and individuals who drive Abbotsford forward. This year, more than ever, it's important that we support local and celebrate the leaders who are shaping our city's future.”
Submissions can be made online, sent to events@abbotsfordchamber.com, or mailed to 207-32900 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford BC, V2S 5A1.
