Business Awards

The Business of the Year is awarded to an established company demonstrating continual business excellence through positive growth and industry leadership while exemplifying superior customer service, excellent marketing strategies, a commitment to quality, contributes to local employment, and shows an outstanding spirit and commitment to the development and growth of the Grimshaw and greater area community. The nominee shows a high level of social, cultural, inclusivity, and environmental awareness and engages in continual educational opportunities to advance both their employees and their business within their respective industry. Business must operate in the Town of Grimshaw or Village of Berwyn or Municipal District of Peace 135 and be in operation for a minimum of 2 years. Should be a member of the Grimshaw and District Chamber of Commerce.

This award is selected from all business of the year nominees, whether large or small, and determined by consensus of the judging panel.

Best Large Business is presented to an outstanding business that  employs 10 people or more  and exhibits excellence in their respective industries and embodies the spirit of the business community. Nominees in this category excel in various aspects, including creating an exceptional work environment, consistently delivering a superb customer service experience, showcasing innovation to surpass customer needs and expectations, all while achieving astonishing business performance. Business of the Year nominees also prioritize community investment as a fundamental core value and excel in fostering valuable relationships with customers, employees, as well as other community leaders and stakeholders who share the same core values.

This Award Category is awarded by a judging committee composed of, but not limited to, the Executive for the Grimshaw & District Chamber of Commerce, council members from the Town of Grimshaw, the Village of Berwyn, and the M.D. of Peace 135.

Best Small Business is presented to an outstanding business that  employs 9 people or less  and exhibits excellence in their respective industries and embodies the spirit of the business community. Nominees in this category excel in various aspects, including creating an exceptional work environment, consistently delivering a superb customer service experience, showcasing innovation to surpass customer needs and expectations, all while achieving astonishing business performance. Business of the Year nominees also prioritize community investment as a fundamental core value and excel in fostering valuable relationships with customers, employees, as well as other community leaders and stakeholders who share the same core values.

This Award Category is awarded by a judging committee composed of, but not limited to, the Executive for the Grimshaw & District Chamber of Commerce, council members from the Town of Grimshaw, the Village of Berwyn, and the M.D. of Peace 135.

Best Berwyn Business is presented to an outstanding business that  exhibits excellence in their respective industries and embodies the spirit of the business community. Nominees in this category excel in various aspects, including creating an exceptional work environment, consistently delivering a superb customer service experience, showcasing innovation to surpass customer needs and expectations, all while achieving astonishing business performance. Business of the Year nominees also prioritize community investment as a fundamental core value and excel in fostering valuable relationships with customers, employees, as well as other community leaders and stakeholders who share the same core values. Nominees in this category must be located within the Village of Berwyn.

Employee of the Year is presented to an employee who continuously works toward the success and betterment of your business, whether they are forward customer facing, or are back-of-house staff you would not succeed without. Nominators are expected to write a letter outlining why the employee they are nominating should be considered for this award.

Best Non-Profit is presented to a non-profit organization, group, club, or committee that exemplifies excellence and innovation in their projects and partnerships. Nominees in this category showcase unwavering dedication to growth, expanded programs, community engagement, and sustainable practices in pursuit of their vision and mission.

Community Champion is presented to a business, club, organization, not for profit or individual that prioritizes community investment as a fundamental core value, showcasing their unwavering commitment to enriching our community. Nominees in this category epitomize a profound sense of community-mindedness and generosity, as evidenced by their significant contributions of time, expertise, and resources aimed at enhancing and fostering the growth of our community.

This category will be voted on by the public at large.

Best Customer Service is presented to a business that exemplifies an unwavering commitment to service excellence and customer satisfaction. Nominees in this category consistently deliver an exceptional customer service experience and demonstrate remarkable success in fostering and nurturing strong customer relationships. The winning business goes above and beyond to provide their customers with outstanding service in their everyday operations and shows leadership in setting high service standards for their peers as well as all businesses in the Grimshaw, Berwyn, and MD of Peace area.

This category will be voted on by the public at large.