Nominations will be accepted for each of the following categories:

Small Business Excellence Award
Awarded to a small for-profit business (1-9 employees) that has been in operation for more
than 5 years and who exemplifies excellence. This business excels in quality customer or client
service, provides quality products, seeks to continuously improve employee relations, are
prominently involved in community events and have made significant contributions to the local
economy and well being of the community. They have shown pride in their property and
storefront image, displayed resiliency and encourage innovation, growth and improvement.

Large Business Excellence Award
Awarded to a large for-profit business (10 or more employees) that has been in operation for
more than 5 years and who exemplifies excellence. This business excels in quality customer or
client service, provides quality products, seeks to continuously improve employee relations, are
prominently involved in community events and have made significant contributions to the local
economy and well being of the community. They have shown pride in their property and
storefront image, displayed resiliency and encourage innovation, growth and improvement.

New Business of the Year Award
Awarded to a business who opened their doors between January 1, 2021 and December 31,
2022. This business shows outstanding community spirit, sustainable practices, has contributed
to job creation/development and has become a positive addition to the business community

Home-Based Business of the Year Award
Awarded to a home-based business that has demonstrated a commitment to consistently
provide excellence and quality in service and/or merchandise and who shows outstanding
community spirit.

Young Entrepreneur Award
Awarded to a young entrepreneur aged 30 years or younger with strong leadership skills, a
great drive and determination to succeed and innovative business skills. To be eligible, the
business must have been established for at least one year.

Community Impact Award
The Community Impact Award recognizes a business or organization who has demonstrated
leadership, made significant contributions to improve the well-being of the community and
promotes community involvement as part of their corporate culture. This business or
organization has shown a high level of giving through contributions of time, leadership and
resources.

Excellence in Tourism Award
This business has demonstrated a superior ability to satisfy visitors expectations through their
services, provide an outstanding visitor experience and actively promotes Ignace as a tourist
destination.

Non-Profit Leadership Award
A not-for-profit organization that has recognized a need within our community and who displays
a commitment to community involvement, fostering of community partnerships, expansion of
services and demonstrates a dedicated focus on achieving their visons and mandate with
integrity.

Excellence in Customer Service Award - Employee
In recognition of an employee of a business who goes above and beyond customer
expectations, delivers exceptional knowledge of the products and services and makes a
consistent positive contribution to their workplace. Nominations for this award must be
accompanied by comments as to why this employee deserves this award.

Excellence in Customer Service Award – Employer
The award recognizes a business owner or manager who creates a positive, fair and supportive
environment for all employees, while maintaining and even exceeding employment standards
and safety policies. This employer models integrity and excellent communication skills,
outstanding performance and is a well-respected role model to others. Nominations for this
award must be accompanied by your comments as to why this employer deserves this award.