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final nomination DEADLINE: wednesday, May 24, 2017 AT 4:30PM

For eligibility requirements, please see About the Awards.  See our Frequently Asked Questions page for further information.

Business Citizen of the Year  

Sponsored by Nexicom

In recognition of a member of the community who meets the following criteria:

• Must be a resident of the Greater Peterborough Community; 
• Has played a significant role in the Business Community;
• Has involvement in the broader community.

As the Chamber of Commerce is a Business-to-Business organization, the role that a nominee for the Business Citizen of the Year Award has had in the Business Community is extremely important. The Chamber of Commerce also recognizes the importance of volunteerism within the broader community.  Please note:  If you have nominated someone in this category in the past and they were not selected, feel free to nominate them again this year. 

Nominators are encouraged to provide as much detail as possible in each section, and to include supporting documentation (e.g., Letters of Support, newspaper articles, etc.). 

Recent recipients:

Stephen Kylie, Barrister, Solicitor, Notary Public (2016)
Haig Kelly of Kelly's Fuel (2015)
Mary Larocque of Marlin Travel (2014)
Tim Barrie of Merit Precision Moulding Ltd. (2013)

ENTREPRENEURIAL SPIRIT

Sponsored by Gauvreau & Associates Chartered Professional Accountants

In recognition of a small business, with fewer than 50 employees, showing excellence in
any of the following: new or innovative product or service, quality of merchandise/ 
customer service, job creation, growth potential, market served and community
involvement.

Recent recipients:

Publican House Brewery (2016)
Noble Purification Inc. (2015)
Noble Purification Inc. (2014)
Traynor Farms (2013)

SKILLED TRADES

Sponsored by Business Development Bank of Canada

In recognition of a business showing excellence, which could include: trade skills development, quality, craftsmanship, outstanding service, excellence in innovation in product or service, sustainable financial performance or market/product development and community involvement.

Recent recipients:

Mortlock Construction Inc. (2016)
Bruce Maly Plumbing & Drain Services Inc. (2015)
Mortlock Construction Inc. (2014)
Whitfield Home Improvements Inc. (2013)

TOURISM

Sponsored by BMO Financial Group

In recognition of a business that has demonstrated a commitment to excellence in attracting tourists to the Greater Peterborough Area in the past year. Describe the event held in the past year and/or the marketing and promotion that brought tourists to the area, and the estimated impact compared to previous year(s). 

Recent recipients:

Peterborough & The Kawarthas Tourism (2016)
ReFrame Peterborough International Film Festival (2015)
Lang Pioneer Village (2014)
SPARK Photo Festival (2013)

HOSPITALITY

Sponsored by Kawartha Credit Union

In recognition of an accommodation and/or food business demonstrating commitment to excellence in hospitality/customer service, staff knowledge, quality and consistency of product, signage, marketing & promotion, parking and accessibility, and community involvement.

Recent recipients:

The Brickhouse Craft Burger (2016)
Riley's Pub (2015)
Cravings Bakery & Market (2014)
Golden Pathways Retreat and B&B (2013)

MICRO BUSINESS - FEWER THAN 5 EMPLOYEES

Sponsored by Darling Insurance & Realty Ltd.

In recognition of a small business that has demonstrated significant business achievement, growth, and/or other significant business milestones in the past year, as well as community involvement.

Recent recipients:

Let's Get Digital (2016)
Glow Maternity (2015)
Blossom Hill Nursery (2014)
Home Suite Home Transitions (2013)

RETAIL - CHAIN/FRANCHISE

Sponsored by RBC Royal Bank

In recognition of a business showing commitment to innovation and excellence in retail, including: staff knowledge, consideration of merchandising, store design, customer service, marketing & promotion and community involvement.

Recent recipients:

Long & McQuade (2016)
Merit Travel Peterborough (2015)
Merrett Home Hardware Building Centre (2014)
The Body Shop (2013)

RETAIL - NON-CHAIN/NON-FRANCHISE

Sponsored by The Peterborough Examiner

In recognition of a business that does not have franchise or national brand affiliation/support, who has demonstrated commitment to innovation and excellence in retail, including: staff knowledge, consideration of merchandising, store design, customer service, marketing & promotion and community involvement.

Recent recipients:

Wild Rock Outfitters Inc. (2016)
Paris Marine Ltd. (2015)
Primal Cuts (2014)
Primal Cuts (2013)

CUSTOMER FIRST

Sponsored by TD Bank Group

In recognition of a business that demonstrates consistent top quality customer service, ongoing employee training and is able to provide examples of being friendly, honest, innovative, approachable and, as well, their community involvement.

Recent recipients:

MicroAge Peterborough (2016)
Home Suite Home Transitions (2015)
Jason McIntosh Fresh Frozen Beef (2014)
Grady's Feet Essentials (2013)

NEWCOMER ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR

Sponsored by Fleming College

In recognition of the achievements of a newcomer entrepreneur that meets the following criteria:

• Is a resident of the Greater Peterborough Community;
• Was born or naturalized outside of Canada, having come to Canada within the last 15 years;
• Is an entrepreneur;
• Has overcome cultural or linguistic barriers;
• Shows excellence in business leadership and entrepreneurship;
• Demonstrates positive customer service and reliability;
• Has some involvement in the broader community.

Recent recipients:

Nigina Azimova & Khaja Humayon Sidiqi of Ariyana Middle Eastern Food (2016)

LOCAL FOCUS

Sponsored by Trent University

In recognition of a business with significant local focus in their enterprise, either through manufacturing product locally, or retailing/utilizing products, and/or services produced locally, as well as their community involvement; with their primary focus being sourcing product and/or services locally first, and that the ideal candidate has an internal policy to support this. 

Recent recipients:

The Land Canadian Adventures (2016)
Peterborough Museum & Archives (2015)
Cravings Bakery & Market (2014)
Primal Cuts (2013)

INNOVATION / RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT

Sponsored by Innovation Cluster

In recognition of a company that demonstrates innovations in products, processes and/or practices, product research and prototype development, as well as community involvement.   Please note: Previous recipients must demonstrate substantial progress. 

Recent recipients:

Swish Maintenance Limited (2016)
Next Millennium Farms (2015)
Noble Purification Inc. (2014)
Aclarus (2013)

COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT OR RENOVATION

Sponsored by City of Peterborough

In recognition of either the business/property owner or the contractor, and could be judged on the overall visual impact or distinctiveness, innovative design, commitment to heritage, a commitment to the environment and community involvement. The project should serve as a showcase for the skilled trades, as well as a model to the community and has been completed within the past year (May 24th, 2016 – May 24th, 2017).  

Recent recipients:

Ashburnham Realty - 242 Hunter Street (2016)
The Loomex Group (2015)
BrandHealth Inc. (2014)
KI Equity Corp. (2013)

MARKETING & PROMOTION

Sponsored by BDO Canada LLP

In recognition of a business, their in-house designer, or a Marketing, Design or Communications Company who has created a multi-media, marketing, or design campaign, that has been outstanding, innovative and noticeable, raising awareness and increasing business for its client, or itself, within the last year, and has community involvement.  

Recent recipients:

Mega Experience (2016)
Cottage Country Connection (2015)
Central Smith (2014)
SPARK Photo Festival (2013)

ENVIRONMENTAL PRACTICES

Sponsored by County of Peterborough

In recognition of a business that displays environmental responsibility and who has adopted new practices that encourage the sustainable use of renewable resources, and/or protection of environmentally sensitive areas and has community involvement.

Recent recipients:

GreenUP (2016)
The Food Forest Cafe (2015)
Camp Kawartha (2014)
Elmhirst's Resort (2013)

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Sponsored by Peterborough Regional Health Centre

In recognition of a business that promotes wellness and vitality in our community and demonstrates recognition of the importance of educating and inspiring individuals and the community at large, to achieve optimal health.

Recent recipients:

Hot Yoga Peterborough Wellness Institute (2016)
Peterborough Centre of Naturopathic Medicine (2015)
Peterborough Centre of Naturopathic Medicine (2014)
BIOS Natural Health-Allergy and Nutrition Clinic (2013)

NOT-FOR-PROFIT

Sponsored by Community Foundation of Greater Peterborough

In recognition of a Not-for-Profit organization that exemplifies excellence and/or growth in entrepreneurial spirit, programs and services, volunteer management, fundraising initiatives, transparency/disclosure, marketing & promotion, and community involvement.

Recent recipients:

Trent University (2016)
Canadian Mental Health Association Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge (2015)
The James Fund (2014)
YWCA Peterborough Haliburton (2013)

EMPLOYER OF THE YEAR

Sponsored by LLF Lawyers LLP

In recognition of a business that exemplifies excellence in its employee focus, which could include: job creation, diversity of hiring, training & support programs, morale initiatives, recognition & reward programs, workplace wellness, and a commitment to professional and personal development, as well as community involvement.

Recent recipients:

GM Financial (2016)
Siemens Canada Ltd. (2015)
BOATsmart! (2014)
GM Financial (2013)

4-UNDER-40

Sponsored by Peterborough Community Futures

The ‘4-under-40’ Profile Program is designed to recognize individuals in our community who are under the age of 40 and who are making their mark in the Peterborough area. Their individual achievements may be recognized through business success, community involvement and/or contributions to the not-for-profit sector. We strive for balance, ensuring a diverse group of finalists to profile in terms of business niches, gender, and ethnic background. We look for compelling stories that highlight business and community leadership.

Nomination Rules & Protocol:

• Individuals can be nominated by their peers or through self nomination.

• Individuals (or their respective business) do not have to be a member of the Chamber of Commerce.

• Must be between the ages of 18 and 39 as of the current calendar year.

• Previous recipients are not eligible.

Each Nominee:

1. Must be an employee or business owner in the City/County of Peterborough.

2. Must be doing something extraordinary to significantly improve their business or non-profit organization, or something that directly benefits the local or global community.

3. Must have demonstrated leadership and integrity in business and/or community.

4. Must have been recognized by his or her peers/industry for outstanding contributions to business and/or community.

Letters of Support are strongly encouraged and should focus on criteria 1-4.  

Recent recipients:

2016 Profiles: Mike Doherty, Adam Noble, Brianna Salmon, Michael VanDerHerberg
2015 Profiles: Paul Bennett,  Andy Curnew, Heather Watson & Dr. Brenda Tapp

Student Business Leadership Bursary Award

Sponsored by Peterborough & the Kawarthas Economic Development

This bursary was established on behalf of the Greater Peterborough Chamber of Commerce as a way to recognize exceptional business leadership potential in a post-secondary student.  Part of the Chamber mandate is to encourage young people who are interested in the world of business.  The Peterborough Business Excellence Awards is the perfect venue to award this bursary, which will recognize student excellence and foster responsible leadership and business prosperity for our future.

An annual $1,000 bursary, and a GPCC one-year Student Associate Membership, will be awarded to both Fleming College and Trent University students based on the following criteria:

The Recipient Will Have

• completed at least 14 credits in the Business Program at Trent University or be in their final year in the Business Program at Fleming College;

• demonstrated great potential to be a leader in business;
• displayed academic excellence, but not necessarily held the top mark;
• exhibited initiative beyond the boundaries of academics.

This criteria was established by both the Business Administration Department and Development Office at Trent University, and the Associate Registrar at Fleming College.