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“Receiving the 2008 ABEX Award for Service has given us great exposure … the media attention we have received has been invaluable and has drawn increased traffic to our store and contributed to our continued success.”
- Rebecca Simpson & Jordana Jacobson, Cravings Maternity & Baby |
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All private sector for profit businesses in Saskatchewan are eligible for an ABEX regardless of size or nature of economic activity. A company may submit its own entry, or it may be sponsored by a third party. To submit an ABEX Award nomination for your company, or another, complete the form(s) below for the category of your choosing.
“The ABEX is a prestigious award publicly acknowledging business success…. We are proud of this award and utilize it in our marketing activities.”
- Dennis Goll, President, West Wind Aviation |
| The New Venture Award Sponsored by Enterprise Saskatchewan The Achievement for Business Excellence Award for New Venture goes to a new business venture which has been in existence for 3 years or less and which has shown positive performance in terms of current or expected profitability, job creation and/or entry into new markets. Nominees are judged on financial criteria as well as the nature of the new venture and its impact on job creation and market expansion, also taking into account the relative size of the new venture. Click here for a nomination form (pdf.) or here (word). Check out the New Venture Criteria for some helpful hints! |  | Need more information about what is in a Safety Plan? Click here. |
Growth and Expansion Sponsored by PFM Capital Inc. The Achievement for Business Excellence Award for Growth and Expansion is given to a business that has made significant changes in their business resulting in "Growth" or "Expansion". Changes may relate to job creation and/or investment. Click here for a nomination form (pdf.) or here (word). Check out the Growth and Expansion Criteria for some helpful hints! |
Business Leader of the Year Sponsored by Viterra The Achievement for Business Excellence Award for Business Leader of the Year is awarded to an individual who exemplifies the qualities of the business visionary. This person has shown outstanding success in business or industry through the development of a new process, product or service or for meaningful contributions to the local business community. Without imagination and a willingness to take risks, many of the innovative products and valuable services in today’s marketplace would not exist. The Business Leader takes a vision and turns it into a profitable reality. Click here for a nomination form (pdf.) or here (word). Check out the Business Leader Criteria for some helpful hints! |
| TIA New Saskatchewan Product Award Sponsored by the Saskatchewan Research Council The Achievement for Business Excellence Award for TIA New Saskatchewan Product goes to a business demonstrating exceptional performance in launching a new Saskatchewan product, technology or service, which is original and has good commercial potential. A New Product is considered to be anything that has been on the market for less than 3 years, as of the application deadline. The winner will receive a $10,000.00 monetary prize provided by SRC’s Technology-in-Action Fund. Click here for a nomination form (pdf.) or here (word). Check out the New Saskatchewan Product Criteria for some helpful hints! |
The Award for Exports Sponsored by the Saskatchewan Trade and Export Partnership The Achievement for Business Excellence Award for Exports goes to the business demonstrating exceptional performance in exporting Saskatchewan goods or services nationally or internationally. Judging takes into account the relative size of the business and factors such as the increase in export sales or successful entry into new markets. Click here for a nomination form (pdf.) or here (word). Check out the Exports Criteria for some helpful hints! |
The Award for Environment Sponsored by SaskWater The Achievement for Business Excellence Award for Environment goes to a business that demonstrates excellence in the development of innovative programs, products and/or services offering improvement for environmental purposes. Improvements may relate to soil, air, water, noise or visual pollutants, or energy conservation. Nominees are judged on the projected impact of the improvements, the relative size, nature and special conditions of the business, and other factors such as capital investment and innovation. Click here for a nomination form (pdf.) or here (word). Check out the Environment Criteria for some helpful hints! | | Need more information about what is in a Safety Plan? Click here. |
The Aboriginal Business Partnership Award Sponsored by SaskEnergy The Achievement for Business Excellence Award for Aboriginal Business Partnership is presented to a business or individual who has demonstrated leadership and commitment to the growth of Aboriginal business(es) in Saskatchewan. Primary emphasis will be given to businesses or individuals with established practices, a record of support, proven accomplishments and a commitment to the highest ethical standards and practices. Click here for a nomination form (pdf.) or here (word). Check out the Aboriginal Business Partnership Criteria for some helpful hints! |
Young Entrepreneur of the Year Sponsored by Cameco The Achievement for Business Excellence Award for Young Entrepreneur of the Year is awarded to an entrepreneur between the ages of 18-35 who has achieved success in the start-up and operation of a new or existing business. Eligible candidates must offer a product and/or service; have served at least ten customers; have long-term goals, as well as strategies to meet those goals; and, have demonstrated innovation by adapting to market place challenges resulting in a competitive advantage. Special consideration will be given to entrepreneurs who have displayed an innovative approach. Click here for a nomination form (pdf.) or here (word). Check out the Young Entrepreneur Criteria for some helpful hints! |
The Service Award The Achievement for Business Excellence Award for Service goes to a business demonstrating exceptional performance in providing quality customer service (wholesale and retail trade, purchasing and distribution, transportation, brokering, professional services, communications, financial, etc.). Judging considers the relative size and particular conditions of the business, as well as the growth potential, stability, investment strategy, and quality of customer service initiatives. Click here for a nomination form (pdf.) or here (word). Check out the Service Criteria for some helpful hints! |
| The Marketing Award The Achievement for Business Excellence Award for Marketing is awarded to the business demonstrating exceptional performance in the execution of a successful marketing strategy. The jury evaluates the success of a marketing program giving consideration to the nature of the product and the relative size of the business. Click here for a nomination form (pdf.) or here (word). Check out the Marketing Criteria for some helpful hints! |
The Award for Community Involvement Sponsored by BHP Billiton The Achievement for Business Excellence Award for Community Involvement goes to a business demonstrating exceptional performance in its support of the arts and culture, amateur sports, education, healthcare or voluntary groups. Judging takes into account the relative size of the business. Greater consideration is given for involvement that is not an extension of the firm’s main business activities. Click here for a nomination form (pdf.) or here (word). Check out the Community Involvement Criteria for some helpful hints! |
| The Health Innovation Award Sponsored by MD Ambulance Care, Regina Qu’Appelle Health Region and Saskatoon Health Region The Achievement for Business Excellence Award for Health Innovation will be presented to a Saskatchewan business who demonstrates excellence in the provision of health services, medical technology or the creation of products or services used by the health/medical sector in Saskatchewan or around the world. Click here for a nomination form (pdf.) or here (word). Check out the Health Innovation Criteria for some helpful hints! | | Need more information about what is in a Safety Plan? Click here. |
Click here for tickets! "Being awarded the ABEX for Aboriginal Business in 2009 has been a real shot in the arm for our business. The profile that one receives from awards like this adds to the credibility and reputation of your business, two assets that are invaluable as you compete for business with your competitors. The time it took to send in the nomination was certainly time well spent."
- John Lagimodiere ACS Aboriginal Consulting Services
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