Small Business Awards 2023
Canadian entrepreneurs are more than just business owners of successful companies. They are the innovators of our country. Through their flourishing businesses, they push our economy to the next level and are what our communities are structured on.
The CanadianSME Business Awards is an important date on our calendars because it marks the day that we celebrate and congratulate those who have made a positive contribution to our country’s economy.
The business awards represent excellence and accomplishment for entrepreneurs because it recognizes and validates all the hard work they have put into making a successful business. The awards also represent several opportunities for businesses, including increasing their credibility with investors and customers. When an entrepreneur takes home a business award, it solidifies their reputation – enhancing trustworthiness in the eyes of others. Receiving an award is often seen as a pivotal facet of a business’s marketing strategy, as it offers award winners a higher chance of competing in the marketplace by attracting more clients and employees. Whether they take home an award or are nominated, it can mean a great deal for a business owner who is working hard to get their business name out there. The CanadianSME Business Awards is a true honour that all business owners look forward to receiving.
Exclusive Presenting Partner
Metro Toronto Convention Centre
North Building, Level 100
255 Front Street West, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2W6, Canada
We are delighted to announce that the Small Business Awards 2023 will be held at the prestigious Metro Toronto Convention Centre. This renowned venue, located in the heart of Toronto, offers state-of-the-art facilities and a spacious environment, perfect for celebrating the achievements of small businesses.
Key Features:
Prime Location: Steps away from Canada’s top attractions, ensuring a memorable experience for all attendees.
Accessibility: A convenient indoor tunnel connects event-goers to two fantastic hotels, Union Station, and the UP Express—a 25-minute air-rail link to Pearson International Airport.
Modern Amenities: The Metro Toronto Convention Centre provides cutting-edge technology and a spacious layout, ideal for a grand awards ceremony.
Join us at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre’s North Building, Level 100, for the Small Business Awards 2023 on 7th June 2024. Celebrate the excellence and innovation of small businesses in one of Toronto’s finest venues.
For any assistance during the event, please get in touch with our team members at the venue:
Exclusive Business Banking Partner
Hosted by Tony Chapman
Tony Chapman is the Creator and Host of Chatter that Matters, a podcast about perseverance, positivity, and possibility, sponsored by RBC. It ranks in the top 1% of most popular worldwide.
Tony is inducted into the Marketing Hall of Legends and the Canadian Advertising and PR Hall of Fame, a testament to a career where he built two internationally renowned advertising agencies and co-founded a research firm. They won Agency of the Year and over a hundred Best of Show and Gold Awards during his tenure.
Ten years ago, Tony sold his remaining interests to speak his mind in the mainstream and social media and at conferences across Asia, Europe and North America.
Schedule
- 5:30 pm
- 5:45 pm to 5:50 pm
- 5:50 pm to 5:55 pm
- 5:55 pm to 6:00 pm
- 6:00 pm to 6:05 pm
Remarks & Keynote
- 6:05 pm to 6:30 pm
- Dinner
- 6:30 pm to 7:15 pm
SUUBI MUSIC
- 7:15 pm to 7:30 pm
- 7:30 pm to 11:00 pm
- Presentation of Certificates to Judges
By Hon. Nina Tangri, Associate Minister of Small Business, Ontario and
Daniel Tisch Echevarría, President & CEO - OCC
- Presentation of Certificates to Sponsors
By SK and Hon. Rechie Valdez, Minister of Small Business of Canada
- Technopreneur of the Year Award
By Natasha Walji, Managing Director for Google Canada
- CanadianSME Editor's Choice Award - 2023
By SK and Hon. Rechie Valdez, Minister of Small Business of Canada
- Champions of Small Business Hall of Fame - 2023
Hon. Rechie Valdez, Minister of Small Business of Canada &
By Hon. Nina Tangri, Associate Minister of Small Business, Ontario
- Small Business of the Year - 3 winners ( Up to 10 employees )
Sponsored by RBC Canada
- Business of the Year - 3 winners ( 50+ Employees )
Sponsored by Constant Contact Canada
- Small Business of the Year - 3 winners ( Up to 50 employees )
Sponsored by UPS Canada
- Tech Business of the Year Award
Sponsored by Samsung Canada
- Indigenous Entrepreneur of the Year 2023
Sponsored by Xero Canada
- Black Entrepreneur of the Year - 2023
Sponsored by HP Canada
- The Diversity and Inclusion Award
Sponsored by IHG Business Edge Canada
- Startup business of the Year 2023
Sam Kohli, Managing Partner - Greater Toronto Executive Centre (GTEC)
- Entrepreneur of the Year 2023
- CSR Excellence Award 2023
Miki Velemirovich - Senior Executive, Consultant, Strategic Advisor and
Speaker in the exciting space of B2B Marketing
- Excellence in Data Privacy & Cyber Security
Ryan Sydor, Area Vice President - Okta
- Young Entrepreneur of the Year 2023
Norman Musengimana, Business Development Manager,
Kingston Economic Development Corporation
Awards Presentation Continues
- Customer Service Excellence - 3 winners
Daniel Tisch, President and CEO, Ontario Chamber of Commerce
- 2SLGBTQI+ Inclusive Excellence Award
A.J. Stewart, Operations Manager For Supplier Diversity, Canada's 2SLGBTQI+
Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC)
- Inspirational Leader of the Year 2023
By Hon. Nina Tangri, Associate Minister of Small Business, Ontario and
Daniel Tisch Echevarría, President & CEO - OCC
- Best in Health and Wellness Business
Tabatha Bull, President and CEO, Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business
- Business Woman of the Year 2023
Lindsay Stewart, Communications & Engagement Manager, WEOC
- E-commerce Business of the Year 2023
Monica Rehal, Regional Vice President of Sales - Canada Protection Plan,
a Foresters Financial Company
- Fastest Growing Company
Christine Macdonald, Senior Director of Business Development, Mitacs
- Immigrant Entrepreneur of the Year 2023
By Hon. Nina Tangri, Associate Minister of Small Business, Ontario and
Daniel Tisch Echevarría, President & CEO - OCC
- Best Business Innovation
Claudia Krywiak, President & CEO at Ontario Centre of Innovation
- Best Professional Services
Laura Williams, Founder and Principle, Williams HR Law
- The Sustainable Business Award 2023
Jennifer Taves,Senior Manager, Sustainable Communities - Toronto and
Region Conservation Authority (TRCA)
- The Community Impact Award 2023
Stephanie Louis.Vice-President, Partnerships at CFIB
- Digital Business of the Year Award 2023
Daniel Lunghi, Vice President - Public Sector Canada, Ricoh
- Best in Retail Award
Christie Rall, Partner, Workforce Transformation - Mercer
- Best in Manufacturing Award 2023
Claudio Rojas, CEO of NACO Canada
- Best in AI & Automation Award 2023
Kree Govender, Senior Leader, Microsoft
Small Business of the Year - 2023
( Up to 10 employees)
Small Business of the Year - 2023
( Up to 50 employees)
Tech Business of the Year - 2023
Indigenous Entrepreneur of the Year - 2023
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Marie St-Gelais
Owner, Managing Director & Executive Director of Ashini Consultants -
Nyden Iron-Nighttraveller
President & CEO, Amarok Scaffolding Ltd. -
Jordan Wapass
Founder & Principal Consultant of Cree8ive Advisory -
Carol Anne Hilton
CEO and Founder of The Indigenomics Institute -
Jenn Harper
Founder and CEO, Cheekbone Beauty Cosmetics Inc
Business of the Year - 2023
The Diversity and Inclusion Award - 2023
Excellence in Data Privacy & Cyber Security - 2023
Young Entrepreneur of the Year - 2023
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Dean Psycharis
Founding Partner, BLP Lawyers Inc. -
Veronica Li & Stephanie Dang
Founder’s of CAYA Health Centre -
Nabanita Nawar & Pimyupa Manaswiyoungkul
Co-Founder and CEO of HDAX Therapeutics / COO of HDAX Therapeutics -
Joseph Devereaux
Founder & Director, Page Pros Inc. -
Lacey Koughan
Founder and CEO at 24STRONG Youth Empowerment Inc
Customer Service Excellence - 2023
Black Entrepreneur of the Year - 2023
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Hazel Lord
Founder & Management Consultant of Pearl Operational Design Inc. -
Ross Cadastre
Founder, Innovative Talent Solutions Inc -
Lekan Olawoye
Founder, Black Professionals in Tech Network Inc. -
Sean Thompson
Co-Founder & CEO of Psigryph Inc. -
MAME HAMATH WILLIAM DIOUF
CEO & President at GROUPE DIMEXNET
Best Business Innovation - 2023
Startup business of the Year - 2023
Inspirational Leader of the Year - 2023
Digital Business of the Year Award - 2023
Business Woman of the Year - 2023
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Tracy Sicard
Co-Founder & Head Of Customer Experience at TuesdayAfternoon Media -
Celine Tadrissi
Founder and CEO of Hammam Spa by Céla and Céla Skin -
Natasha Koifman
Owner & President, NKPR Inc -
Jennifer Roy
CEO & Chief Operating Officer, Nucleus Networks -
Kathy Cheng
Founder & President, Redwood Classics Apparl