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  • The Georgina Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards celebrate achievements, toast successes, and honour businesses, entrepreneurs and not-for-profit organizations doing fantastic things right here in our community. For the past 17 years, the Awards have shone a light on businesses large and small, new and established, and remind us that Georgina is a great place to live, work and do business.  It has been fantastic to see so many businesses in our community rising to the challenges presented over the past few years, showing not only how talented they are but also their endless determination, entrepreneurial spirit, enterprise, innovation and creativity to make it happen.  As we hand out 10 awards this year, we will recognize recognize drive and ambition of all businesses in the Town of Georgina!

  • Do you know a business, organization or employee who deserves to be recognized for the valuable contribution they make to our community?  Nominate them for a Georgina Business Excellence Award!  This year, 10 awards will be given out to businesses who go above and beyond, provide exceptional service, and make Georgina a great place to do business!

    Nominations:

    • Each person can nominate a maximum of 3 business. Additional nominations by that individual will not be considered.
    • Self nominations (for you or your business) will not be considered.
    • Nomination information is kept confidential. Nominees will not be told who nominated them.
    • Only one nomination per company, organization or individual is required for the nominations to be considered.
    • Nominees will be asked to submit further information to build their entry that will be sent to the judges.
    • Descriptions of all awards are listed below.  Please choose only ONE category that you would like the business to be considered in.

    Deadline to make your nomination is Sunday, October 15th.  Awards will be handed out at the 2023 Georgina Business Excellence Awards & Mayor and Council’s Milestone Awards this December.

    NOMINATE A BUSINESS HERE!

  • EMPLOYEE AWARD EMPLOYEE AWARD

    Presented to an outstanding employee working for a Georgina business or organization. This employee shines in the workplace, takes initiative, and shows leadership. Their work ethic and actions set them apart from their peers; their contribution to the organization's success is clear and noticeable. This individual is a highly valued individual, who has made a significant impact, contributing to the excellence of their company through exceptional customer service and/or dedication to the organization.

     

  • BUSINESS AWARD (INDIVIDUAL) BUSINESS AWARD (INDIVIDUAL)

    Presented to a Georgina individual who has demonstrated innovative and proactive leadership within their business/industry, has excellent customer service and demonstrates professionalism and passion for making our community the best place to work, live and do business. The recipient demonstrates excellence and is a recognized leader in their sector

  • BUSINESS AWARD (SMALL) BUSINESS AWARD (SMALL)

    Presented to a Georgina business (1-10 employees), who has demonstrated innovative and proactive leadership within their business/industry, has excellent customer service and demonstrates professionalism and passion for making our community the best place to work, live and do business.

     

  • BUSINESS AWARD (LARGE) BUSINESS AWARD (LARGE)

    Presented to a Georgina business with over 10 employees who has demonstrated innovative and proactive leadership within their business/industry, has excellent customer service and demonstrates professionalism and passion for making our community the best place to work, live and do business. The recipient demonstrates excellence and is a recognized leader in their sector.

     

  • NEW BUSINESS AWARD NEW BUSINESS AWARD

    This award is given to a Georgina business that has been open for at least one year, but no more than two years from the date of the Awards Gala (December 2023). This business has made an outstanding contribution to our local economy and the entrepreneurial spirit, has good employee/employer relations and has demonstrated excellent customer service. This year’s award also acknowledges how this business was able to open and thrive during the global pandemic and the strength, resilience, and fortitude it took to start up during this time.

     

  • YOUNG ENTREPRENEUR YOUNG ENTREPRENEUR

    Awarded to an individual under the age of 39 who has tackled the challenges of entrepreneurship and enterprise management. This individual has operated a business in Georgina for at least one year, has demonstrated excellent customer service and has demonstrated corporate and/or community leadership.

     

  • COMMUNITY SPIRIT AWARD COMMUNITY SPIRIT AWARD

    This award is given to a business that excels in their contribution to our community and has demonstrated exceptional commitment to developing, nurturing and enhancing community spirit through its actions and proves its commitment to continuous community betterment. The business demonstrates a positive social conscience by utilizing its resources to improve our community.

     

  • NOT-FOR-PROFIT NOT-FOR-PROFIT

    This award is presented to an organization that is registered as a Not For-Profit, has used innovation to overcome financial and other challenges that they have encountered, has recruited volunteers and employees, and supports the Georgina community by addressing a community need.

     

  • ACCESSIBLE BUSINESS AWARD ACCESSIBLE BUSINESS AWARD

    This award is given to a business that has gone above and beyond ensuring the minimum requirements of accessibility for persons with disabilities in Georgina. This business is known for preventing and removing barriers – the nature of the barrier may be related to attitudes, communications, physical environment, policies, programs, social, or transportation. The business acts as an accessibility ambassador or champion promoting accessibility awareness within the community. The business is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment, and creating employment opportunities for persons with disabilities. The recipient of this award is nominated by their peers and recognized by the Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee based on OADA (Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act) standards.

     

  • AGRICULTURAL BUSINESS AWARD AGRICULTURAL BUSINESS AWARD

    This award honours an agricultural business where the principles of running a successful farm or agricultural related operation result in a flourishing and thriving business that helps to promote agriculture in our community. This award is also open to any business that grows, raises or produces food/products in Georgina and exemplifies leadership in our agricultural community.

     

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    Congratulations to our 2022 Business Excellence Award Winners and Mayor & Council's Milestone Recipients!

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      Individual Business Award Winner, Lauren Helmkay Wellness with Award Sponsor, Job Skills
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      Small Business Award Winner, Sweet Pea Boutique with Award Sponsor, Christine Burton, Sales Representative, Royal LePage Your Community Realty
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      Large Business Award Winner, The Boondocks Eatery with Award Sponsor, Premier North Windows & Doors
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      New Business Award Winner, Ess & Cay Salon and Experience with Award Sponsor, Naturally Enchanted
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      Young Entrepreneur Award Winner, Happy&Co with Award Sponsor, Buchner Manufacturing Inc.
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      Agricultural Business Award Winner, Huntchings Farm with Award Sponsor, Halo Car Wash
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      Non-Profit Award Winner, Routes Connecting Communities with Award Sponsor, Forrest Jones Entertainment
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      Community Spirit Award Winner, Team Metherall with Award Sponsor, SD Palmer & Associates Inc.
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      Accessible Business Award Winner, Autism Unplugged Learning Centre. Award Sponsored by Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee
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      Milestone Award Recipient, Fellini Fine Wines
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      Milestone Award Recipient, Prestige Jewellery
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      Milestone Award Recipient, Sterling Tire with Ward 5 Councillor Lee Dale
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      Milestone Award Recipient, Laurel's Supreme Style with Ward 4 Councillor Dale Genge
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      Milestone Award Recipient, Sammy's Chicken Coop with Ward 2 Councillor Dan Fellini
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      Milestone Award Recipient, Keswick Family Eyecare
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      Milestone Award Recipient, Strictly V-Twin with Ward 5 Councillor Lee Dale
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      Milestone Award Recipient, Georgina Garden Centre with Mayor Margaret Quirk
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      Milestone Award Recipient, Sutton General Store with Regional Councillor Naomi Davison