2023 Chamber Awards Gala
April 20, 2024
Sponsorships & Nominations
Our Chamber recognizeses the important contribution of business and non-profits in our community by celebrating in the form of our Annual Awards Gala. Every year we honour those contributions.
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All businesses, whether members or otherwise, within our District of Redwater, Thorhild County & East Sturgeon County are eligible to be nominated and potentially win an award, however Chamber members will receive 5 extra points in the judging process.
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We also extend a huge thank you to all of our past sponsors... Thank you for believing in us and partnering with us to bring our vision to reality.
Business of the Year Awards: This will be awarded to three (3) businesses with the respective award winners and differentiated by the number of full-time/part time employees at the business, as follows:
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One award – Business with 0-3 full-time/part time employees
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One award – Business with 4-8 full-time/part time employees
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One award – Business with 9+ full-time/part time employees
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Criteria for the above awards: The nominee(s) has shown outstanding leadership in economic, social, or charitable activities, demonstrated a dedicated focus on achieving a vision and mandate congruent with ongoing contributions to the environment and/or sustainability (eg/. reusable bags, paper bags, etc) and promotes volunteerism.
New Business of the Year Award - This award will be awarded to a business that started/opened between January 1, 2022 & December 31, 2022 within our District.
Customer Service Award - Awarded to a business that has consistently offered exemplary customer service; often going over and above the typical expectations of their industry/sector.
Community Spirit Award - Awarded to a business that has contributed to the community through donations, volunteerism and/or promotions of community organizations.
Youth Empowerment Award - Awarded to a youth under the age of 18 years old that has shown either/or leadership, entrepreneurism, volunteerism and community spirit
Non-Profit Organization of the Year - Awarded to a Non-Profit or an organization with Charity status that shows exemplary support for the community by providing a any of the following services that benefits: a persons well being, mental health, food security, physical activity, family outreach, indeginous support, community involvement, a safe atmosphere for LGBTQ+ persons.
Citizen of the Year - Awarded to an individual who has gone above and beyond within their community by helping those in need, participating in community organizations, providing a lending hand and actively promoting their community.
Agri-Business of the Year - Awarded to an agricultural business who actively farms by providing a valuable resource to the local, Canadian and/or global market while also establishing good environment stewartship. They support the local economy by shopping local and either participate in/support local organizations.
Deadline for sponsorship payment(s) will be February 15, 2024.
Sponsorships can be purchased here.