Eligibility Rules
Please see Nomination Form for criteria for each award category.
The awards are for the 2011 calendar year.
- Nominees and nominators do not have to be members of the Chamber of Commerce.
- Awards are limited to businesses that operate and individuals who reside within the Municipality of Meaford.
- A business or individual may be nominated for more than one award.
- Nominations must include the information requested and be submitted prior to the published deadline in order to be considered.
- Nominators are required to inform the business or individual that they have been nominated.
- List of nominees will be published in the Meaford Independent and The Meaford Express.
- Meaford & District Chamber of Commerce is not obliged to present awards for each category.
To judge each nomination appropriately, all nominations must be accompanied by comments describing why you nominated that person or business. The comments are an integral part of the nomination process.
Most Improved Business Award - Presented to an existing business that has significantly expanded and/or improved or enhanced the business premises making the community more attractive. Sponsored by: K.D. Solomon Insurance Brokers o/b HJM Insurance & Financial Services Ltd.
Presented to a business that consistently goes out of its way to provide superior service to its customers. Sponsored by: Knight’s of Meaford
Presented to an existing agribusiness that has invested in sustainable farming practices and has successfully developed innovative products, processes and marketing channels.
Sponsored by: TD Canada Trust
Presented to a volunteer organization or service club for exceptional effort over the past year that has enhanced the quality of life within our community. Sponsored by: Municipality of Meaford
Presented to an individual who has demonstrated exemplary volunteer leadership over many years and who has made a significant contribution to community development in the Municipality of Meaford. This individual must exhibit strong leadership through example. This is a lifetime achievement award. (Note: this award will not necessarily be awarded each year). Sponsored by: Meaford & District Chamber of Commerce
An award presented to a business with a commitment to local tourism through a welcoming attitude, awareness and promotion of local attractions. Sponsored by: Scotiabank
Presented to an owner who has made an outstanding contribution to the Municipality of Meaford. Demonstrates:
- Leadership within a business.
- Dedication to the betterment of the whole community
- Good citizenship
- Care for the environment
- Sound employee relations
Sponsored by: Meaford BIA
