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• Community Builder Excellence

  Community Builder Excellence Award recognizes a business that gives back and helps make the community stronger. Through partnerships, volunteering, sponsorships, donations, or supporting local events and organizations, this business leads by example and encourages its team to get involved. Their ongoing support and community engagement help make the South Okanagan a better place to live and do business.

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• Hospitality Excellence

  Hospitality Excellence Award recognizes a business in the hospitality or tourism industry that creates memorable experiences for guests and visitors. Whether it's an accommodation, restaurant, winery, brewery, attraction, tour operator, or recreation business, the recipient is known for making people feel welcome and helping them experience the best of the South Okanagan. Through exceptional hospitality and memorable experiences, they encourage visitors to return and recommend our community to others.

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• Marketing & Communications

  The Marketing & Communications Excellence Award recognizes a business or organization that does an outstanding job sharing its story and connecting with its audience. Whether promoting its own business or providing marketing and communications services to others, the recipient is known for creative ideas, clear messaging, and building strong connections. Their marketing and communications helps people understand who they are, what they do, and what makes them unique.

  This award is open to businesses and organizations that successfully market their own products or services, as well as businesses that provide marketing and communications services to others.

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• Service Excellence

  Service Excellence Award recognizes a business that consistently delivers outstanding customer service. No matter the industry, this business is known for treating customers with professionalism, respect, and care. They take the time to understand their customers' needs, respond promptly, and provide a positive experience from start to finish. Their commitment to exceptional service has earned the trust of their customers and built a strong reputation within the community.

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• Workplace Culture Excellence

  The Workplace Culture Excellence Award recognizes a business or organization that creates a workplace where people feel welcome, respected, and supported. They value their employees, encourage teamwork, and foster an environment where people can learn, grow, and succeed. Through strong leadership, open communication, and a positive workplace culture, they create an environment where employees enjoy coming to work and feel empowered to do their best.

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• Not for Profit Excellence

  The Not-for-Profit Excellence Award recognizes a registered non-profit organization or charity that works every day to make the South Okanagan a better place. Through its programs, services, and community involvement, the recipient supports people, brings others together, and responds to the needs of the community. Their work has made a lasting difference and earned the respect of those they serve.

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• New Business of the Year

  The New Business of the Year Award recognizes a business that has made a strong start and is already making a positive impact in the community. The recipient has shown steady growth, built a solid reputation, and is off to a promising start in its industry. This award celebrates the hard work, determination, and success of a business in its early years.

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• Young Business Leader of the Year

  The Young Business Leader of the Year Award recognizes an outstanding leader between the ages of 19 and 39, as of September 1, 2026 who is making a difference in their workplace, industry, and community. Whether they own a business or are part of a leadership team, the recipient leads by example, supports others, earns the respect of their peers, and is making a positive impact in the South Okanagan business community. Their leadership, involvement, and achievements are helping build a stronger business community.

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• Business Leader of the Year

  The Business Leader of the Year Award recognizes an experienced leader who has earned the respect of their employees, peers, and the business community through outstanding leadership, integrity, and service. Whether they own a business or are part of a leadership team, the recipient leads by example, supports the growth of others, and has made a lasting contribution to their business, industry, and the South Okanagan. Their leadership, experience, and community involvement have helped build a stronger business community.

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• Business of the Year

  Business of the Year Award recognizes a business that demonstrates excellence across all areas of its operations. Bringing together the qualities celebrated throughout the Business Excellence Awards, this business consistently sets a high standard through outstanding leadership, exceptional customer service, a positive workplace culture, and meaningful community involvement.

  Respected by its customers, employees, and the community, the recipient is recognized for operating with integrity, embracing innovation, supporting its people, and making a lasting contribution to the South Okanagan.

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