Business Excellence Awards

The Business Excellence Awards is an annual recognition of successful businesses and their contributions to our economy and passion for the North Vancouver community. The North Vancouver Chamber is proud to celebrate the local businesses that go above and beyond in their commitment to business excellence.

In 2024, we will honour outstanding excellence in the following nine categories: Best Employer, Business of the Year, Environmental Initiative, Excellence in Equity, Innovation, Non-Profit of the Year, Service Excellence (1-10 Employees), Service Excellence (11+ Employees), and Young Entrepreneur.

Join us for our Business Excellence Awards Celebration on Wednesday, November 20 at Pinnacle Hotel at the Pier.

2019 Business Excellence Awards Finalists Celebration (4)

Thank you to our 2024 Awards Sponsors for their support:

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2023 North Vancouver Business Excellence Awards Winners
2022 North Vancouver Business Excellence Awards Winners
2021 North Vancouver Business Excellence Awards Winners
2020 North Vancouver Business Excellence Awards Winners
2019 North Vancouver Business Excellence Awards Winners
2018 North Vancouver Business Excellence Awards Winners
2017 North Vancouver Business Excellence Awards Winners
2016 North Vancouver Business Excellence Awards Winners
2015 North Vancouver Business Excellence Awards Winners
BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARDS INFORMATION

Eligibility

In order to be eligible for a nomination in any of the categories you must: Have been in business for a minimum of 18 months in the City or District of North Vancouver; Possess a valid business license in the City or District of North Vancouver; Demonstrate a proven sales record. Anyone is able to nominate a business or business person; nominees do not have to be a North Vancouver Chamber member. For additional information please view our FAQ below. Participation benefits:

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Categories

The North Vancouver Chamber honours outstanding excellence in the following categories: Best Employer, Business of the Year, Environmental Initiative, Excellence in Equity, Innovation, Non-Profit of the Year, Service Excellence (1-10 Employees), Service Excellence (11+ Employees), and Young Entrepreneur.  Join us in showing our respect and appreciation for the local businesses that make North Vancouver an amazing place to live, work, and play.

Best Employer Award

The Best Employer Award is presented to a North Vancouver business in recognition of their commitment to offering exceptional workplaces for their employees, demonstrated by: Proven track record of providing programs that support the well-being of their employees through health & wellness, safety, workplace diversity and community involvement initiatives; Established programs and/or services that support the challenges employees face working in North Vancouver (i.e.: transportation, housing, work/life balance, etc.); Innovation, growth, and development of new programs and services that meet the changing needs of all employees; Demonstrated leadership and commitment to employee training, development and retention strategies within the organization; Deep commitment to making the community of North Vancouver a better place for their employees to live and play. Leadership in creating and promoting diversity and inclusion.

Business of the Year Award

The Business of the Year Award is presented to a North Vancouver business that exemplifies consistent and exceptional achievement from an overall operating perspective, demonstrated by: Proven track record of business sustainability, growth, and sound financial management; Differentiated customer service, product and value proposition; Established employment leadership standards for staff diversity, development and retention; Elevated level of business operations that encompass vision, integrity and civic responsibility; Proven milestones, achievements and/or notable recognition in their field of business; Leadership in creating and promoting diversity and inclusion; Recognized role as a strong business partner through active involvement in supporting the community, charitable and civic organizations.

Environmental Initiative

The Environmental Initiative Award is presented to an exceptional North Vancouver business that exemplifies leadership and commitment to sustainable business practices and initiatives demonstrated by: Sustained reduction or improved efficiency in waste outputs, energy usage or environmental impact of their operations; Projects, programs, processes, systems, technologies or employee engagement to reduce the environmental footprint of your business; Growth, development and leadership standards supporting sustainability which provide a role model for others to emulate; Demonstrated community leadership in establishing sustainability initiatives or standards that have become linked to the employer's public identity; Milestones and measurable accomplishments that demonstrate effective sustainable operations.

Excellence in Equity Award

The Excellence in Equity Award is presented to a North Vancouver business that exemplifies leadership and commitment to equitable practices and initiatives that build an inclusive workplace and community, demonstrated by: Workplace policies and hiring practices that build an equitable, inclusive workplace culture and an environment free from bias and discrimination; Workplace practices and activities that support or are developed in consultation with equity-seeking staff, communities or groups* (see below for examples); A commitment to inclusion by providing equitable access to staff training and leadership development opportunities (i.e. advancement, leadership and professional development); Promotion of equity, diversity and inclusion in the workplace and/or broader community; A commitment to building diversity of talent*at all levels within your workforce; Evidence of year-over-year progression and achievements in moving your business towards being more diverse and inclusive; Evidence of how activities centered on equity and inclusion have contributed to improved business performance and growth; Recognized role as a strong business partner through active involvement in supporting community, charitable and civic organizations. *Equity-seeking communities, groups and individuals including, but not limited to, Black, Indigenous, and all racialized people as well as people with lived experience of exclusion based on gender, age, sexual orientation, ability, and religion.

Innovation Award

The Innovation Award is presented to a North Vancouver business to recognize development and growth through the creation or use of unique technology, products, methods or service, demonstrated by: Use of science and/or technology to create a business that is original or unique; Creation of new or existing processes, products or services that enhance their business and/or customer experience; High degree of originality, creativity and/or experimentation to design and realize the innovation; Commercialization or quantifiable growth within new and/or prevailing markets; Extends community support above and beyond their business or professional responsibilities.

Non-Profit of the Year

The Non-Profit of the Year Award is presented to a non-profit organization, society or charity that exemplifies consistent and exceptional achievement from an overall operating perspective., demonstrated by: Effective and efficient delivery of community programs and/or services to the North Vancouver community that match the stated mandate of the organization; Efficient and creative fund development, including leverage of funding and use of other resources in support of the organizational mandate; Demonstrated innovation and modification of operations, programs and services to adjust to the changing needs of the community; Strong community partnerships that help amplify the impact of community programs and/or services; Outstanding human resource leadership - including commitment to staff training & development, volunteer engagement & management, workplace diversity & inclusion, and workplace health & safety.

Service Excellence Award (1-10 Employees) & (11+ Employees)

The Service Excellence Award is presented to a North Vancouver business to recognize their outstanding dedication and achievement to service excellence and customer/guest satisfaction, demonstrated by: Commitment to exceptional service standards that consistently exceed customer/guest expectations; Proficiency in meeting or exceeding the changing needs of customers/guests; Preservation of high service standards through effective staff/team training and development; An exceptional “wow factor” when dealing with customers/guests, partners and stakeholders; Extends community support above and beyond their business or professional responsibilities; A commitment to diversity and inclusion in their service practices.

Young Entrepreneur Award

The Young Entrepreneur Award is presented to a North Vancouver business person, under 40 years of age *, who excels in business, exemplifies leadership and exhibits strong entrepreneurial skills, demonstrated by: Exceptional initiative to assume the risk of establishing a new business; Utilization of business skills necessary for long-term success; Progressive growth within new and/or prevailing markets; Dedication and commitment to our community through their interest in leadership, peer mentoring, inclusion and personal achievement; Extends community support above and beyond their business or professional responsibilities. * Before December 31st

Sponsorship

Opportunities are available for Business Excellence Award Champions sponsorship. Contact us for sponsorship details: 604-987-4488

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Winners

The North Vancouver Chamber is proud to celebrate the local businesses that go above and beyond in their commitment to business excellence. The Business Excellence Awards is an annual recognition of these successful businesses and their contributions to our economy and passion for the North Vancouver community.

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FAQs

Business Excellence Awards: Can a Board Member’s company be nominated for an Award?
Business Excellence Awards: Can sponsors be nominated?
Business Excellence Awards: Can franchises of large companies qualify?
Business Excellence Awards: How many years after winning can you accept a nomination or self-nominate in the same category?
Business Excellence Awards: How many consecutive years can you accept a nomination or self-nominate?
Business Excellence Awards: What is the qualifying age for the Young Entrepreneur Award?
Business Excellence Awards: Can a business accept a nomination or self-nominate in more than one category?
Business Excellence Awards: How are the finalists and winners decided?
Business Excellence Awards: Do I need to have a business license to qualify?
Business Excellence Awards: Are West Vancouver companies eligible?
Business Excellence Awards: How long does a business have to be in operation to be nominated or self-nominate?
Business Excellence Awards: Do I need to be a North Vancouver Chamber member to be nominated or self-nominate?
Business Excellence Awards: Can businesses or young entrepreneurs nominate themselves?