Business of the Year
Description
The Business of the Year Award recognizes an outstanding organization that has been in business for 10 years or more and has demonstrated entrepreneurial achievement and community leadership. The award acknowledges excellence in business practices combined with a vision for future development. The company may be of any size and operate in any field.
Requirements
The NBAAs are open to any business in Niagara. Nominees must be either located or conducting business in the Niagara region. A nominee cannot be a finalist of a category within ten years of winning the same category. Nominees do not have to be members of the GNCC. Nominees may not be elected officials or declared candidates for political office. This category has the additional requirement that nominated businesses must have been in business for 10 years or more.
The information you provide below may be used for promotional purposes. All financial information is kept in strict confidence, however. If any information you provide here is considered confidential, please mark it as such and it will be withheld from all promotional material.
You may accompany this questionnaire with additional materials such as videos, links, an annual report, newspaper clippings, etc. If you choose to supply additional materials, please explicitly label them with your business name and attach them when you submit.
The GNCC reserves the right to disqualify any nomination for any noncompliance with the rules and procedures established for the selection of this award.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Overall Grade | 50.0% |
| Potential for future success | 25.0% |
| Commitment to community | 25.0% |
Outstanding New Business
Description
This award recognizes a company that has been in operation for 3 years or less, that has proven entrepreneurial success, and shows great promise for continued growth.
Requirements
The NBAAs are open to any business in Niagara. Nominees must be either located or conducting business in the Niagara region. A nominee cannot be a finalist of a category within ten years of winning the same category. Nominees do not have to be members of the GNCC. Nominees may not be elected officials or declared candidates for political office. This category has the additional requirement that nominated businesses must have been in operation for three years or less.
The information you provide below may be used for promotional purposes. All financial information is kept in strict confidence, however. If any information you provide here is considered confidential, please mark it as such and it will be withheld from all promotional material.
You may accompany this questionnaire with additional materials such as videos, links, an annual report, newspaper clippings, etc. If you choose to supply additional materials, please explicitly label them with your business name and attach them when you submit.
The GNCC reserves the right to disqualify any nomination for any noncompliance with the rules and procedures established for the selection of this award.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Overall Grade | 50.0% |
| Potential for future success | 25.0% |
| Commitment to community | 25.0% |
Young Professional Award
Description
This award recognizes business excellence in an individual under the age of 40. The nominee will have a proven track record of professional success and shows outstanding potential for the future. The professional may be in any field.
Requirements
The NBAAs are open to any business in Niagara. Nominees must be either located or conducting business in the Niagara region. A nominee cannot be a finalist of a category within ten years of winning the same category. Nominees do not have to be members of the GNCC. Nominees may not be elected officials or declared candidates for political office. This category has the additional requirement that nominees must be aged 40 or under as of the application deadline (April 11, 2025)
The information you provide below may be used for promotional purposes. All financial information is kept in strict confidence, however. If any information you provide here is considered confidential, please mark it as such and it will be withheld from all promotional material.
You may accompany this questionnaire with additional materials such as videos, links, an annual report, newspaper clippings, etc. If you choose to supply additional materials, please explicitly label them with your business name and attach them when you submit.
The GNCC reserves the right to disqualify any nomination for any noncompliance with the rules and procedures established for the selection of this award.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Overall Grade | 50.0% |
| Potential for future success | 25.0% |
| Commitment to community | 25.0% |
Environmental Leadership Award
Description
This award recognizes a business that demonstrates an unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship, consistently demonstrates environmental leadership as a standard practice within the company, or has developed, implemented and/or influenced initiatives that show outstanding and innovative management, financial savings and operational efficiency.
Requirements
The NBAAs are open to any business in Niagara. Nominees must be either located or conducting business in the Niagara region. A nominee cannot be a finalist of a category within ten years of winning the same category. Nominees do not have to be members of the GNCC. Nominees may not be elected officials or declared candidates for political office.
The information you provide below may be used for promotional purposes. All financial information is kept in strict confidence, however. If any information you provide here is considered confidential, please mark it as such and it will be withheld from all promotional material.
You may accompany this questionnaire with additional materials such as videos, links, an annual report, newspaper clippings, etc. If you choose to supply additional materials, please explicitly label them with your business name and attach them when you submit.
The GNCC reserves the right to disqualify any nomination for any noncompliance with the rules and procedures established for the selection of this award.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Overall Grade | 50.0% |
| Future Outlook/Impact | 25.0% |
| Commitment to community | 25.0% |
Technology & Innovation Award
Description
This award will recognize a business on the cutting edge that is developing and implementing new technologies and/or innovative products that have had a demonstrable impact in the manufacturing, production, or distribution of goods or services, have improved outcomes, or refined processes.
Requirements
The NBAAs are open to any business in Niagara. Nominees must be either located or conducting business in the Niagara region. A nominee cannot be a finalist of a category within ten years of winning the same category. Nominees do not have to be members of the GNCC. Nominees may not be elected officials or declared candidates for political office.
The information you provide below may be used for promotional purposes. All financial information is kept in strict confidence, however. If any information you provide here is considered confidential, please mark it as such and it will be withheld from all promotional material.
You may accompany this questionnaire with additional materials such as videos, links, an annual report, newspaper clippings, etc. If you choose to supply additional materials, please explicitly label them with your business name and attach them when you submit.
The GNCC reserves the right to disqualify any nomination for any noncompliance with the rules and procedures established for the selection of this award.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Overall Grade | 50.0% |
| Outstanding initiatives/practices | 25.0% |
| Commitment to community | 25.0% |
Excellence in Tourism and Hospitality
Description
This award recognizes a business that has shown leadership and innovation in the Canadian tourism industry in order to offer a superior tourism experience. The nominee should be directly involved in the tourism field and an advocate for Niagara's tourism industry.
Requirements
The NBAAs are open to any business in Niagara. Nominees must be either located or conducting business in the Niagara region. A nominee cannot be a finalist of a category within ten years of winning the same category. Nominees do not have to be members of the GNCC. Nominees may not be elected officials or declared candidates for political office.
The information you provide below may be used for promotional purposes. All financial information is kept in strict confidence, however. If any information you provide here is considered confidential, please mark it as such and it will be withheld from all promotional material.
You may accompany this questionnaire with additional materials such as videos, links, an annual report, newspaper clippings, etc. If you choose to supply additional materials, please explicitly label them with your business name and attach them when you submit.
The GNCC reserves the right to disqualify any nomination for any noncompliance with the rules and procedures established for the selection of this award.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Overall Grade | 50.0% |
| Outstanding practices/initiatives | 25.0% |
| Commitment to community | 25.0% |
Excellence in Business – Not-for-Profit Award
Description
This award recognizes a not-for-profit that has demonstrated continual excellence through positive growth and has embraced an outstanding commitment to quality and the community. The nominee must have been operating for 3 years or more and must be a registered not-for-profit.
Requirements
The NBAAs are open to any business in Niagara. Nominees must be either located or conducting business in the Niagara region. A nominee cannot be a finalist of a category within ten years of winning the same category. Nominees do not have to be members of the GNCC. Nominees may not be elected officials or declared candidates for political office.
The information you provide below may be used for promotional purposes. All financial information is kept in strict confidence, however. If any information you provide here is considered confidential, please mark it as such and it will be withheld from all promotional material.
You may accompany this questionnaire with additional materials such as videos, links, an annual report, newspaper clippings, etc. If you choose to supply additional materials, please explicitly label them with your business name and attach them when you submit.
The GNCC reserves the right to disqualify any nomination for any noncompliance with the rules and procedures established for the selection of this award.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Overall Grade | 50.0% |
| Oustanding practices/initiatives | 25.0% |
| Commitment to community | 25.0% |
Excellence in Business Award – up to 25 employees
Description
This award recognizes companies that have demonstrated business excellence in their field. Recipients will be exceptional examples of companies that successfully meet the diverse challenges of today's business environment. This category is for businesses with up to 25 full-time employees.
Requirements
The NBAAs are open to any business in Niagara. Nominees must be either located or conducting business in the Niagara region. A nominee cannot be a finalist of a category within ten years of winning the same category. Nominees do not have to be members of the GNCC. Nominees may not be elected officials or declared candidates for political office. This category has the additional requirement that nominated business may not have more than 25 full-time employees.
The information you provide below may be used for promotional purposes. All financial information is kept in strict confidence, however. If any information you provide here is considered confidential, please mark it as such and it will be withheld from all promotional material.
You may accompany this questionnaire with additional materials such as videos, links, an annual report, newspaper clippings, etc. If you choose to supply additional materials, please explicitly label them with your business name and attach them when you submit.
The GNCC reserves the right to disqualify any nomination for any noncompliance with the rules and procedures established for the selection of this award.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Overall Grade | 50.0% |
| Potential for future success | 25.0% |
| Commitment to community | 25.0% |
Excellence in Business Award – 26 Employees or More
Description
This award recognizes companies that have demonstrated business excellence in their field. Recipients will be exceptional examples of companies that successfully meet the diverse challenges of today's business environment. This category is for businesses with 26 full-time employees or more.
Requirements
The NBAAs are open to any business in Niagara. Nominees must be either located or conducting business in the Niagara region. A nominee cannot be a finalist of a category within ten years of winning the same category. Nominees do not have to be members of the GNCC. Nominees may not be elected officials or declared candidates for political office. This category has the additional requirement that nominated businesses must have 26 or more full-time employees.
The information you provide below may be used for promotional purposes. All financial information is kept in strict confidence, however. If any information you provide here is considered confidential, please mark it as such and it will be withheld from all promotional material.
You may accompany this questionnaire with additional materials such as videos, links, an annual report, newspaper clippings, etc. If you choose to supply additional materials, please explicitly label them with your business name and attach them when you submit.
The GNCC reserves the right to disqualify any nomination for any noncompliance with the rules and procedures established for the selection of this award.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Overall Grade | 50.0% |
| Potential for future success | 25.0% |
| Commitment to community | 25.0% |
Excellence in Agribusiness, Farming & Rural Achievement
Description
This award acknowledges the valuable contribution a business has made to agriculture and natural resource management, and which demonstrates a commitment to the future sustainability of the industry.
Requirements
The NBAAs are open to any business in Niagara. Nominees must be either located or conducting business in the Niagara region. A nominee cannot be a finalist of a category within ten years of winning the same category. Nominees do not have to be members of the GNCC. Nominees may not be elected officials or declared candidates for political office.
The information you provide below may be used for promotional purposes. All financial information is kept in strict confidence, however. If any information you provide here is considered confidential, please mark it as such and it will be withheld from all promotional material.
You may accompany this questionnaire with additional materials such as videos, links, an annual report, newspaper clippings, etc. If you choose to supply additional materials, please explicitly label them with your business name and attach them when you submit.
The GNCC reserves the right to disqualify any nomination for any noncompliance with the rules and procedures established for the selection of this award.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Overall Grade | 50.0% |
| Outstanding practices/initiatives | 25.0% |
| Commitment to community | 25.0% |
