We are proud to recognize the highest levels of achievement in the residential development and construction industry. YK Chamber members are among the most creative builders, renovators, designers, marketers, suppliers and salespeople in the region!
Breakout New Business Award
Description
The Breakout New Business Award recognizes the vital importance of new business start-ups in our community and will be presented to a business that has demonstrated innovation and growth. This company must have a solid foundation in place for continued commercial success.
Requirements
To qualify as a nominee for the YK Chamber Business Awards, all applicants must meet the following:
- The nominated business must be operating at the time of nomination and at the time of the presentation of the award
- Businesses must be a member of the Yellowknife Chamber of Commerce. New members welcome!
- Businesses may be nominated for more than one category
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Reference | 40.0% |
| Organization's list of challenges overcome/growth opportunities | 60.0% |
Community Impact Award
Description
The Community Impact Award is given to the business whose owners or employees have demonstrated a commitment to community involvement by participating in community groups (charitable, not-for-profit, business or professional associations), and whose community work or initiatives have improved life for their fellow citizens.
Requirements
To qualify as a nominee for the YK Chamber Business Awards, all applicants must meet the following:
- The nominated business must be operating at the time of nomination and at the time of the presentation of the award
- Businesses must be a member of the Yellowknife Chamber of Commerce. New members welcome!
- Businesses may be nominated for more than one category
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Reference | 40.0% |
| Organization's list of contributions to the community | 60.0% |
Customer Service Award of Excellence - People's Choice
Description
The Customer Service Award of Excellence is given to a business that has best demonstrated outstanding customer service in their everyday business, and leadership in setting high customer service standards for Yellowknife. This award will be decided by an online popular vote.
Requirements
To qualify as a nominee for the YK Chamber Business Awards, all applicants must meet the following:
- The nominated business must be operating at the time of nomination and at the time of the presentation of the award
- Businesses must be a member of the Yellowknife Chamber of Commerce. New members welcome!
- Businesses may be nominated for more than one category
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Reference | 40.0% |
| Business write-up | 60.0% |
Employer of the Year
Description
This award honours a business that has made a commitment to foster employee engagement, promotes work life balance, is committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills and views, and generally offers an exceptional workplace for their employees.
Requirements
To qualify as a nominee for the YK Chamber Business Awards, all applicants must meet the following:
- The nominated business must be operating at the time of nomination and at the time of the presentation of the award
- Businesses must be a member of the Yellowknife Chamber of Commerce. New members welcome!
- Businesses may be nominated for more than one category
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Reference | 40.0% |
| Write-up | 60.0% |
Large Business of the Year Award
Description
The Large Business of The Year Award is presented to a corporation with 21 or more employees who has demonstrated significant business achievement, financial growth, service excellence and involvement in our community.
Requirements
To qualify as a nominee for the YK Chamber Business Awards, all applicants must meet the following:
- The nominated business must be operating at the time of nomination and at the time of the presentation of the award
- Businesses must be a member of the Yellowknife Chamber of Commerce. New members welcome!
- Businesses may be nominated for more than one category
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Reference | 40.0% |
| Business write-up | 60.0% |
Outstanding Indigenous Business Award
Description
The Indigenous-Owned Business of the Year Award celebrates the Indigenous business sector and its contributions to the local economy. The award is presented to a business who has demonstrated significant business achievement, service excellence and involvement in our community. Businesses must be 51% Indigenous owned and operated.
Requirements
To qualify as a nominee for the YK Chamber Business Awards, all applicants must meet the following:
- The nominated business must be operating at the time of nomination and at the time of the presentation of the award
- Businesses must be a member of the Yellowknife Chamber of Commerce. New members welcome!
- Businesses may be nominated for more than one category
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Reference | 40.0% |
| Business write-up | 60.0% |
Skilled Trades Award
Description
This award recognizes a company in the skilled trades sector that demonstrates outstanding leadership and acts as an ambassador to increase the sustainability and promotion of skilled trades, fostering an inclusive environment and addressing equity in the industry. The business promotes careers and skilled trades education to diverse audiences.
Requirements
To qualify as a nominee for the YK Chamber Business Awards, all applicants must meet the following
- The nominated business must be operating at the time of nomination and at the time of the presentation of the award
- Businesses must be a member of the Yellowknife Chamber of Commerce. New members welcome!
- Businesses may be nominated for more than one category
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Reference | 40.0% |
| Business write-up | 60.0% |
Small Business of the Year Award
Description
The Small Business of The Year Award is presented to a business with 20 or fewer employees who has demonstrated significant business achievement, service excellence and involvement in our community.
Requirements
To qualify as a nominee for the YK Chamber Business Awards, all applicants must meet the following:
- The nominated business must be operating at the time of nomination and at the time of the presentation of the award
- Businesses must be a member of the Yellowknife Chamber of Commerce. New members welcome!
- Businesses may be nominated for more than one category
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Reference | 40.0% |
| Business write-up | 60.0% |
Trailblazers Women in Business Award
Description
The Trailblazers Women in Business Award celebrates women in business and their contributions to the local economy. As successful business owners, Yellowknife's trailblazers play a critical role in shaping our business community. The award is presented to a business who has demonstrated significant business achievement, service excellence and involvement in our community. Businesses must be 51% owned and operated by a woman.
Requirements
To qualify as a nominee for the YK Chamber Business Awards, all applicants must meet the following:
- The nominated business must be operating at the time of nomination and at the time of the presentation of the award
- Businesses must be a member of the Yellowknife Chamber of Commerce. New members welcome!
- Businesses may be nominated for more than one category
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Reference | 40.0% |
| Business write-up | 60.0% |
Workplace Health & Safety Award
Description
The Workplace Health & Safety Award recognizes an organization that has shown leadership through its commitment to improving its health and safety management practices or implemented a new, unique idea to create a safer, healthier work environment.
Requirements
To qualify as a nominee for the YK Chamber Business Awards, all applicants must meet the following:
- The nominated business must be operating at the time of nomination and at the time of the presentation of the award
- Businesses must be a member of the Yellowknife Chamber of Commerce. New members welcome!
- Businesses may be nominated for more than one category
The organization must not be currently prosecuted or investigated for prosecution, for a violation under the Northwest Territories occupational health and safety legislation. All safety management and practices must be in compliance with the NWT Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulation and Code.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Reference | 30.0% |
| Workplace health and safety policies | 35.0% |
| Certifications | 35.0% |
