Business Awards of Distinction

The Chamber of Commerce Business Awards of Distinction is a celebration of our business community. Over the years, we have recognized the high standards our entrepreneurs bring to business and our awards evening takes our celebration to great heights as we let our congratulations soar in honour of our nominees and awards winners. The Greater Parkland Regional Chamber awards program acknowledges local excellence annually along with Chambers across Canada during Small Business Week. It all started out as a community gathering to recognize exceptional businesses and individuals, something that we still do today!

The Greater Parkland Regional Chamber of Commerce Business Awards of Distinction judging panel follow a strict judging process. Judges are selected on an annual basis, have no relationship with any of the nominees, do not hold any volunteer, or paid positions with the Greater Parkland Regional Chamber of Commerce, and will declare any conflict of interest prior to judging. The decision of the judging panel is final.

All information submitted is strictly confidential. All persons who may come in contact with a nomination, such as the Awards Coordinator and judges, are all bound by a confidentiality agreement.

Chamber Awards

General Eligibility Requirements

Member in good standing of the Greater Parkland Regional Chamber of Commerce
Have a valid business license or development permit
Be operational for a minimum of 3 fiscal years, unless otherwise stated

Business of the Year (1 to 35 Employees)

Business of the Year (36+ Employees)

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Be at least 51% Alberta owned and operated*
Have 35 or more full-time equivalent employees
Be profitable in each of the last three years**
Demonstrate significant achievement in business (growth, sales and expansion)
Demonstrate community involvement as a business

*Franchise owner(s) must reside in Alberta

**Can demonstrate a projection of profits prior to the COVID-19 pandemic

Cultural Diversity Award of Distinction – Building Inclusive Communities

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Effective Human Resources Strategies

Recruit, maintain and provide ongoing support to a culturally diverse workforce reflecting the community.

Innovative Initiative (Projects and Initiatives)

Promote diversity in their community in a unique way.

Inclusive Environment

Embraces diversity and creates a welcoming environment for culturally diverse groups in their organisations, businesses and schools.

Champions of Diversity

Work towards building an inclusive community

Marketing Award of Distinction

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Developed and implemented a successful marketing strategy that has had significant impact on the organization
Embarked on the strategy within the last two (2) years
Can demonstrate tangible results of marketing strategy and its success
Achievement of its stated objective with measurable results
Development of strong relationships and community support
Innovation, originality and cost effectiveness

New Business of the Year Award of Distinction

Outstanding Customer Service Award of Distinction

Young Entrepreneur Award of Distinction

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The nominee(s) must have played a direct and primary role in the business planning, financial investment, and establishment of the business, and currently be operating it in a leadership capacity
Be operational for a minimum of 1 fiscal year
The nominee(s) must be between the ages of 16-35 at time of awarding
The business must demonstrate financial viability and sound potential growth

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Municipal Awards

Ambassador of Action Business Award presented by Town of Stony Plain

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Ambassador of Action Business Award

The Ambassador of Action Business Award is presented annually to a local business that has demonstrated growth through improvement and expansion. This award is an opportunity to profile a business that has made a significant investment not only in their business but also in the community through a new or expanded building, increase in jobs, new or improved products or services, or profile for the community.

Nominations

Do you know a business that is an Ambassador of Action in Stony Plain? Help us recognize them. Please nominate them by clicking the link below.

Eligibility

Must have a valid Town of Stony Plain business licence
Must demonstrate that in the past year, the business has:
- Invested in their building/facility
- Created new jobs
- Offered new or enhanced products or services
- Generated profile as a result of their success

Award
The Growth & Commerce Committee selects the winner. This decision is based on sustainability, innovation, contribution to the community and long-term vision. The award will be presented at the Chamber of Commerce’s Business Awards of Distinction event on November 3.

Contact
Kaleb Brink, Economic Development Specialist
Town of Stony Plain
4905 – 51 Avenue
Stony Plain, Alberta T7Z 1Y1
T: 780.963.8022
F: 780.963.2197
ecdev@stonyplain.com

Nominations close September 8, 2022. Nominate a business for Ambassador of Action Award here.

Award of Creative Excellence presented by Town of Stony Plain

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Award of Creative Excellence

The Award of Creative Excellence is presented annually. Eligible nominees for this distinguished award can be individuals, organizations, non-profits or businesses who contribute to the growth of culture and tourism in our community.

Nominations
Nominees should possess at least one of the following attributes:

Offers cultural initiative(s) that promote(s) Stony Plain.
Encourages accessibility and inclusion to participation relating to culture or tourism.
Elevates the creative culture and identity of Stony Plain.
Partners or collaborates with local artists or artisans to promote creative industry.
Contributes to the field of local cultural planning, programs and services.
Enhances the vitality and vibrancy of the culture or tourism community.
Is a cultural or tourism ambassador for the community of Stony Plain.

Self-nominations are accepted.

Eligibility

Events, projects, or initiatives undertaken by an organization or non-profit must take place within Stony Plain.
Individuals nominated must be a resident of Stony Plain or be able to demonstrate that the initiative they are nominated for took place in Stony Plain or contributed to the economy of Stony Plain.
Businesses must have a valid business license from the Town of Stony Plain.
Recipients of the award will not be eligible for nomination until two years after winning.
Events, projects, or initiatives must have taken place within 18 months from the open date of nominations.

Award
The Cultural Roundtable will select the winner, with the decision being based on eligibility, contributions, and supporting material submitted on the nominee’s behalf. The award will be presented at the Chamber of Commerce’s Business Awards of Distinction event on November 3.

Contact
Chantelle Laberge, Culture and Tourism Development Officer
Town of Stony Plain
4905 – 51 Avenue
Stony Plain, Alberta T7Z 1Y1
T: 780.963.8592
culture@stonyplain.com

Nominations close September 8, 2022. Nominate a business for Award of Creative Excellence here.

Community Spirit Award presented by City of Spruce Grove

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Each year, the City of Spruce Grove Economic & Business Development department presents the Community Spirit Award to a deserving business. Community groups and residents submit nominations recognizing a local business for their financial, leadership, in-kind, or volunteerism support.

Nominations close August 31, 2022. Nominate a business for Community Spirit Award here.

Parkland County Award of Excellence Small-Medium Business

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A business that grosses under $1 million in top line revenue
Development of business through innovation
Demonstrates resiliency, strategic thinking, and initiative that brought the business through the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic over the past year whether through products, ventures, or campaigns

Nominations close September 8, 2022. Nominate a business on the Chamber's website.

Parkland County Award of Excellence Large Business

Proudly Presented by Parkland County

A business that grosses over $1 million in top line revenue
Development of business through innovation
Demonstrates resiliency, strategic thinking, and initiative that brought the business through the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic over the past year whether through products, ventures, or campaigns

Nominations close September 8, 2022. Nominate a business on the Chamber's website.