Business Awards of Distinction
November 3, 2022
Table of Contents
  1. Business Awards of Distinction Nominations OPEN!
  2. Partnership Opportunities
  3. Open RFPs
  4. Award Categories & Criteria
  5. Municipal Awards
  6. Nomination Criteria Package
Spruce Grove Hall, Heritage Park
Thursday, November 3rd

The 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 award winners. This year will mark the third year of the Greater Parkland Regional Chamber awards program acknowledging local excellence.

Limited tickets will be available soon! Visit our website for more information: www.gprchamber.ca/business-awards-of-distinction/
Partnership Opportunities
The Business Awards of Distinction is the Chamber's premier event! Sponsorship with the Greater Parkland Regional Chamber is an excellent way to market your business and promote your commitment to the community. Your company's brand name is included in collateral materials and print advertising to ensure a return on investment.

Whether your business is small, medium, or large, the Chamber provides opportunities for you to increase your visibility with a growing number of business decision makers and stakeholders by sponsoring an event or program.
Open RFPs
Physical Awards RFP
The GPRC is requesting the provision of the physical awards for the Business Awards of Distinction. Pantone colours and artwork will be provided by the Chamber. If you are interested in responding to this RFP, please send your proposal by August 29, 2022.
Catering Services RFP
The GPRC is requesting the provision of the catering for the Business Awards of Distinction. If you are interested in responding to this RFP, please send your proposal by August 29, 2022.
Award Categories & Criteria
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
Nominations are open until September 8th, 2022
Business of the Year (1-35 Employees) sponsored by Main Street Law LLP
  • Be at least 51% Alberta owned and operated
  • Have 35 or fewer 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
*Can demonstrate a projection of profits prior to the COVID-19 pandemic
Business of the Year (36+ Employees) sponsored by Zender Ford Sales Ltd.
  • 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
*Can demonstrate a projection of profits prior to the COVID-19 pandemic
Cultural Diversity Award of Distinction - 'Building Inclusive Communities' sponsored by TransAlta
  • 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: embrace diversity and create a welcoming environment for culturally diverse groups in their organizations, businesses and schools
  • Champions of diversity: work towards building an inclusive community
Marketing Award of Distinction sponsored by Panda Rose Consulting Studios Inc.
  • 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 sponsored by Decker Properties Group Inc. and Decker Properties Management Ltd.
  • In existence, no longer than 36 months (under current ownership)
  • Demonstrates significant achievement in business (growth, new product, sales, and expansion)
  • Reflects the outstanding spirit and success of the business community
Outstanding Customer Service Award of Distinction sponsored by North Central Co-op
  • A business that embodies leadership excellence in customer service
  • Have positively impacted the business/organization
  • Demonstrate business leadership for the industry in which the business/organization is situated
  • Developed strong relationships and community support
Young Entrepreneur Award of Distinction sponsored by EQUS REA Ltd.
  • 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
Municipal Awards
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
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
Parkland County Award of Excellence Small-Medium Business
  • 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
Parkland County Award of Excellence Large Business
  • 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
THANK YOU TO OUR PLATINUM SPONSOR
This e-Blast is from: Greater Parkland Regional Chamber of Commerce

Name: Julie Demecillo (Roberts)
Title: Project Specialist
Company: GPRC
Contact: 780-963-4545