Nominations are now open for the Port Coquitlam Best Biz Awards, back for its ninth year to shine the spotlight on local businesses.
Anyone can nominate their own or another Port Coquitlam business until Feb. 4 using the online form at portcoquitlam.ca/bizawards. Participants are encouraged to make their nomination stand out for the business they are nominating.
The City launched the awards in 2013 to recognize the contributions businesses make to the community, celebrate their accomplishments, and encourage Port Coquitlam residents to shop locally for goods and services.
This year, businesses may be nominated in one of four categories:
- Small Business of the Year - less than 5 employees
- Business of the Year - 6 or more employees
- Home-based Business Award - has demonstrated significant growth, sustainability and excellent customer service
- New Business of the Year -recently opened within the past three years
Businesses of any size may be nominated, as long as they operate in Port Coquitlam and have a valid City business licence. Businesses can nominate themselves.
All nominees will also be entered for a People's Choice Award, and their business names, websites will be promoted on the City website and in other print and online communications. From Feb. 5 to 18, the public will be invited to vote for their favourite business.
Selected by a panel of City and business representatives, the awards will be presented at the PoCo Best Biz Awards Celebration on Feb. 29 from 5:30-8:00 p.m. at the Port Coquitlam Community Centre - Mabbett Hall. The free event is open to all Port Coquitlam businesses and employees (maximum of two seats per business) and includes complimentary food, drinks and door prizes. Early registration is recommended at portcoquitlam.ca/bizawards as space is limited.
For more information about the awards, an online nomination form and tips, visit portcoquitlam.ca/bizawards. Questions may also be directed to [email protected] or 604.927.5249.
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Ximena Ibacache
Manager of Communications & Administrative Services
City of Port Coquitlam
Tel 604.927.5499
Email [email protected]