Nominate
Nominate. Participate. Inspire.
Nominate a deserving food or beverage company, person or product today. Learn more about each of the 13 categories below and submit your nomination today.
Important Dates
Nominations open: April 3rd - June 14th
Finalists announced: August
Public Voting open: Sept 9th - Sept 23rd
Product of the Year Competition: October 9th - more info
Awards night: November 2024
Award
Categories
Product of the Year
Do you have an award worthy BC made food or beverage product that is exceptional on taste, quality and all things that make for an amazing product? Apply to be one of the top ten finalists to compete at the Product of the Year competition on October 9th, 2024.
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Best in Brand
The Best in Brand Award celebrates brands achieving growth through innovative strategies, recognized as leaders in their category, utilizing diverse consumer-facing media, and distinctive packaging design.
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Circularity
The Circularity Award celebrates businesses operational for at least two years, demonstrating commitment to minimizing waste, promoting reuse, repair, and recycling while integrating circularity principles into their daily operations.
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Emerging Business
The Emerging Business Award celebrates startups within five years, showing impressive growth, industry attention, and entrepreneurial drive.
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Export
The Export Award celebrates businesses in their initial five years, showcasing notable market growth, industry recognition, and exceptional entrepreneurial drive.
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Indigenous Led Business of the Year
The Indigenous Led Business of the Year Award recognizes Indigenous-owned and led businesses in British Columbia operating for at least one year, specializing in producing food and/or beverage products while actively supporting the development and knowledge of the Indigenous community.
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Innovation
The Innovation Award honors a food & beverage product that creatively addresses consumer needs, challenges, or trends, showcasing potential to significantly impact the industry or consumer habits through inventive solutions.
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Leadership
The Leadership Award celebrates a seasoned leader in the food & beverage sector who inspires, mentors, and promotes diversity while embodying integrity and respect.
*this is an individual award
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Outstanding Workplace - Health & Safety
The Outstanding Workplace – Health & Safety Award honors organizations excelling in workplace health and safety through innovative programs, positive culture, and a spotless safety record over 5 years.
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People's Choice
The People's Choice Award celebrates brands and products that exude a captivating 'wow' factor, compelling customers to return for more and sparking a continuous buzz among friends and family.
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Social Impact
The Social Impact Award recognizes businesses with socially conscious models that actively engage with their communities through innovative initiatives, fostering a strong sense of purpose-driven community both internally and externally.
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Sustainability
The Sustainability Award recognizes exemplary leadership in sustainable practices, making positive contributions to the environment through effective execution of sustainability initiatives.
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Woman Entrepreneur of the Year
The Woman Entrepreneur of the Year Award honors a leader in the food & beverage industry with at least two years of experience, who inspires growth, champions diversity and inclusion, upholds integrity, and demonstrates exceptional business acumen and market strategy.
*this is an individual award
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2024 Sponsor Support
Product of the Year
Do you have an award worthy BC made food or beverage product that is exceptional on taste, quality and all things that make for an amazing product? Apply to be one of the top ten finalists to compete at the Product of the Year competition on October 9th, 2024.
2023 Product of the Year Gold
Blueberry Maple Craft Cacao Bar, The GOOD Chocolatier
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Circularity
The Circularity Award celebrates businesses operational for at least two years, demonstrating commitment to minimizing waste, promoting reuse, repair, and recycling while integrating circularity principles into their daily operations.
2023 Circularity Award winner: Farming Karma Fruit Co.
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Indigenous Led Business of the Year
The Indigenous Led Business of the Year Award recognizes Indigenous-owned and led businesses in British Columbia operating for at least one year, specializing in producing food and/or beverage products while actively supporting the development and knowledge of the Indigenous community.
2023 Indigenous Led Business of the Year Award winner: Spirit Bear Coffee Company
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Outstanding Workplace - Health & Safety
The Outstanding Workplace – Health & Safety Award honors organizations excelling in workplace health and safety through innovative programs, positive culture, and a spotless safety record over 5 years.
2023 Outstanding Workplace - Health & Safety winner: Kicking Horse Coffee Co.
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Social Impact
The Social Impact Award recognizes businesses with socially conscious models that actively engage with their communities through innovative initiatives, fostering a strong sense of purpose-driven community both internally and externally.
2023 Social Impact Award winner: The GOOD Chocolatier
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Woman Entrepreneur of the Year
The Woman Entrepreneur of the Year Award honors a leader in the food & beverage industry with at least two years of experience, who inspires growth, champions diversity and inclusion, upholds integrity, and demonstrates exceptional business acumen and market strategy.
*this is an individual award
2023 Woman Entrepreneur of the Year Award winner:
Karen Danudjaja, Blume Supply Inc.
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