Business of the Year

Initiates the majority of its business operations within the Town of Hanna and surrounding area

Employs the majority of its workforce in the Town of Hanna and surrounding area

Has shown a contribution to the community

Business achievement through growth and innovation

5+ Employees

Small Business of the Year

Initiates the majority of its business operations within the Town of Hanna and surrounding area

Employs the majority of its workforce in the Town of Hanna and surrounding area

Has shown a contribution to the community

Business achievement through growth and innovation

4 or less employees

Rookie Business of the Year

New business in the Town of Hanna or surrounding area within the last 5 years

In business at least 6 months

Demonstrated business success and future potential

Community Spirit Award – BUSINESS

Boasts evidence of community pride

Supports recreational and cultural projects

Shows a support for seniors, youth and culture

Demonstrated community leadership and volunteer initiatives

This award is for a Business who demonstrates the above criteria.

Customer Service Excellence Award – Business

Provides continual Customer Service above all expectations

Customer Service Excellence Award – Individual

Provides continual Customer Service above all expectations

Employee’s Choice Award

Nominated by an employee or employees of a business as being an exceptional place to work

This business will have a demonstrated commitment to the welfare and well-being of its employees and encourages a healthy work/life balance

Promotes individual growth and career progression for all employees

Agricultural Spirit Award

Family business that derives a significant portion of income from farming within Hanna and surrounding area

Demonstrates a commitment to and excel in their farm enterprise

Demonstrates a commitment to the agricultural community through involvement with agricultural organizations and other community involvement

Innovative Entrepreneur Award

Best exemplifies the qualities of effective leadership, innovatively applied know how and excellent potential for growth

Shows a high level of social and cultural awareness and a demonstrated commitment to the wider community

Engages in continuous learning or other improvement opportunities designed to advance the economic, social and/or environmental prospects of the enterprise

Mentorship Award

Demonstrated commitment to hiring youth

Provides career-oriented opportunities

Supports educational endeavors of their employees

Provides a flexible work environment to encourage participation in recreational and cultural activities

Equal opportunity employer

Strong positive leadership

Chamber Member of the Year

This award is awarded to the Chamber Member Business who is highly engaged with assisting, supporting & being actively involved with the Hanna & District Chamber of Commerce.

How to earn points towards Chamber Member of the Year (Top 5 Businesses will be recognised)

Member Participation 023/2024

2023 – Light Up Parade Entry +1 point

2023 – Host or Sponsor Light Up Location or donate to the event +1 or more points

2024 – Membership in good standing as of September 30, 20234 +1 point

2024 – Attend AGM +1 point

2024 – Join a Committee and be actively involved start to finish +3 points or more points

2024 – Attend Golf Tournament +1 point

2024 – Sponsor Golf Tournament +1 point

2024 – Attend Business Awards +1 point

2024 – Sponsor Business Awards +1 point

2023/24 – Advertise on either of the Welcome or Highway Signs +1 point total

2023/24 – Volunteer at any of the above events. Bring extra volunteers +1 or more points

October 1, 2023, to September 30, 2024 – Attends board &/or committee meetings (other than board members) +1 point per meeting attended

Board Members are awarded for attending board meetings +4 points max (1 point for each quarter with no meetings missed within the quarter) Excused absence will be considered.