2025 New Business of the Year Award   - Business Excellence Awards
  • New Business of the Year Award Nomination

    The New Business of the Year Award recognizes a business that has been in operation for at least one year but fewer than five years (since January 1, 2021) and has shown outstanding achievement across various aspects of business. This award celebrates a business’s ability to excel in areas such as Research & Development, Company Growth, Products & Services, Market Development, Sales & Marketing, and Community Service.

    The recipient of this award has demonstrated innovation, strong leadership, and the potential for long-term success while also positively impacting the Cornwall community. This business has shown exceptional growth, adaptability, and a commitment to both business excellence and social responsibility.

     

    Recommendations for Possible Candidates:

    • Expanded facilities
    • In operation for at least one year
    • Increased workforce
    • Significant sales growth
    • Unique marketing strategy and demonstrated success
    • Community Commitment
    • Innovative business strategies
    • Demonstrated adaptability and flexibility
    • Leadership and role model in business
    • Commitment to sustainability and environmental practices
    • Innovative approaches to market development
    • Commitment to workforce development and training
    • Progressive human resource policies
    • New technology adoption
    • Significant increase in revenue
    • Community involvement
    • Daring, demonstrated leadership and creativity
    • Secured or expanded market share
    • Excellence in customer service

    Important Notes:

    • Please ensure all fields are completed to the best of your ability.
    • Nominations will be reviewed by a selection committee.
    • All nominees will be notified of their nomination status.
    • The award recipient will be announced at the Business Excellence Awards on Friday, October 2nd, 2025.

    If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us by phone at 613-933-4004 or by emailing info@cornwallchamber.com.

     

  • Nominee Information

     We need to collect the following contact information in order to verify the nominee. 

  • Format: (000) 000-0000.
  • Nominee Criteria

    We need the following information to present to the Business Excellence Award committee. 

  • Recommendations for possible candidates can include some or all of the following traits (Please select those that apply):
  • Letters of Recommendation and Supporting Documents

    Letters of Recommendation and supporting documents are encouraged, but not required. You may upload up to documents here. You may also forward any additional information to accompany this nomination by emailing info@cornwallchamber.com

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    We need your information to verify the submission, and, if need be, to contact you for any questions or follow-up regarding your nominee submission.

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