AWARD CATEGORIES
We have a wide range of Award categories. Here are the categories available for nominations:
Community & Social Impact
Recognizing leaders who make a positive impact in their communities
Business & Innovation
Celebrating innovative African entrepreneurs driving business success
Arts & Culture
Honoring outstanding contributions to arts and cultural preservation
Leadership & Governance
Recognizing exceptional achievements by young African Canadians
Health, Education & Development
Celebrating outstanding athletic performance and sportsmanship
Special Recognition
Honoring those who dedicate their lives to helping others
NOMINATION
COUNTDOWN
Nominations closes on November 20 Nominations Closed
BENEFITS OF BECOMING AN OFFICIAL NOMINEE
Nominating a business for LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE AND AFRICAN GALA NIGHT is a win-win for customers and businesses. Customers have a say about the businesses and businesses get recognized for their outstanding service, standing out from competitors.
Recognition Within the Community
Being nominated officially becomes highlights the confidence and appreciation customers and supporters have in your business and services.
Personalized Bronze Badge
Receive an official digital badge to display on your website, social communications, or social media, a mark of excellence supported by your community.
Exclusive Marketing Assets
Receive customized digital and print-ready materials designed to help you communicate your nomination with customers and stakeholders.
Eligibility to Advance
Official Nominees have the distinguished opportunity to progress further in the Canadian Choice Award process, potentially earning the title of Top 3 Finalists or becoming a Winner.
STEPS TO BECOMING GALA NIGHT
AWARDEE
Curious how your favorite nominee becomes a Gala night Award winner? Here is a look at the key journey, from community nominations to the final celebration.
NOMINATIONS
Support your favorite Canadian businesses by submitting a nomination. Business owners can also nominate themselves. Once nominated, businesses become a business nominee, the closer they get to becoming an Official Nominee and receiving exclusive benefits.
TOP 3 FINALISTS
The expert panel regularly reviews all qualifying nominees and selects the Top 3 Finalists in each category. These finalists receive enhanced recognition, including a special Top 3 Finalist badge, press release distribution, social media recognition, and community impact.
WINNERS
One winner per category city is selected from the Top 3 Finalists. Winners receive the exclusive supplemental recognition, including extensive marketing materials, enhanced community recognition, and a prestigious Winner badge. Winners represent the highest standard of excellence, credibility, and community impact in their respective categories.
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