Award Criteria by Category

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[lsvr_accordion_item title=”Business of the Year Award:  1 – 15 Employees” state=”open”]

Applicants in this category must demonstrate:

1. Continuing business success through:
   • growth (can be revenue/sales, profits, employees, products/services, customer base)
   • employee satisfaction and retention
2. Exceptional customer service by continuously striving to exceed customer expectations, and by delivering high standards of service with creativity and innovation.
3. An on-going commitment to quality through employee motivation, quality processes, employee education and management involvement.

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[lsvr_accordion_item title=”Business of the Year Award:  16+ Employees” state=”closed”]

Applicants in this category must demonstrate:

1. Continuing business success through:

1. • growth (can be revenue/sales, profits, employees, products/services, customer base)
   • employee satisfaction and retention

1. Exceptional customer service by continuously striving to exceed customer expectations, and by delivering high standards of service with creativity and innovation.
2. An on-going commitment to quality through employee motivation, quality processes, employee education and management involvement.

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[lsvr_accordion_item title=”Not-for-Profit Organization of the Year” state=”closed”]

Applicants in this category must demonstrate:

1. The organization’s commitment to its clients
2. How the organization has contributed to the community
3. How the organization supports employee growth and development and contributes to their well-being, satisfaction and motivation
4. How the organization motivates, rewards and recognizes its volunteers

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[lsvr_accordion_item title=”Contribution to the Community Award” state=”closed”]

Applicants in this category must demonstrate:

1. How the business has ‘given back’ to the community through corporate sponsorship (i.e. cash donations, contributions of services, goods or materials, in-kind).
2. The types of events the business has supported over the past year (i.e. community activities, festivals, events, sporting events or teams, cultural events, social initiatives)
3. How the business provides mentorship and leadership in encouraging and facilitating community pride and spirit amongst staff while both at work and away from the work environment.

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[lsvr_accordion_item title=”Green Business of the Year Award” state=”closed”]

Applicants in this category must demonstrate:

1. A long-term commitment to environmental sustainability through leadership and the integration of environmentally responsible practices into culture of their business
2. Key “green” projects that have been implemented in the business and how they have been tracked and measured
3. How the company engages stakeholders and/or clients and/or the community in activities that support environmental sustainability.

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[lsvr_accordion_item title=”Entrepreneurial Spirit Award” state=”closed”]

Applicants in this category must demonstrate:

1. Personal efforts to establish or expand the business
2. An innovative product or a valuable new service, or one which has adapted and improved a current product or service to keep pace with the times and the needs of its clients
3. A commitment to continuous improvement and growth

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[lsvr_accordion_item title=”New Business Award” state=”closed”]

Applicants in this category must demonstrate:

1. Being in business for two years or less
2. Significant growth and a plan for continued growth
3. A commitment to providing a high quality product or service
4. Excellent customer service

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[lsvr_accordion_item title=”Employer of the Year Award” state=”closed”]

Applicants in this category must demonstrate:

1. A workplace culture reflecting the importance of work/life balance
2. A commitment to providing a healthy and safe work environment
3. A commitment to providing on-going training and/or professional development opportunities
4. A positive workplace culture encouraging respect and engaged employees

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[lsvr_accordion_item title=”New Product or Service (Existing Business) Award” state=”closed”]

Applicants in this category must demonstrate:

1. The development or introduction of a new product or service between January and December 2016
2. The innovative nature of the new product or service
3. The usefulness of the new product or service
4. The actual or potential benefit of the new product or service

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[lsvr_accordion_item title=”Outstanding Customer Service Award” state=”closed”]

Applicants in this category must demonstrate:

1. How their customer service strategy contributes to an exceptional customer experience with positive reviews or recognition
2. How their customer service strategy encourages customer loyalty
3. How their customer service strategy has resulted in a more motivated and engaged staff
4. How their customer service strategy has improved operational excellence

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