The NSBA Business Builder Awards, Presented by Nutrien honour the "rocks" of the business community across 13 categories focused on growth and innovation. This year, the awards were held on March 20th, 2019.
The "BBA's" are all about celebrating the achievements and accomplishments of our peers. In total 13 distinguished awards are presented in a variety of categories. The banquet remains true to NSBA ideals in that the evening is affordable, fast-paced and a tremendous networking opportunity.
The Business Builder Awards, Presented by Nutrien consist of 13 categories, from the Small Business Award to the Shirley Ryan Lifetime Achievement Award. Nine of the 13 awards are selected by an independent panel of judges, while the Member of the Year and Lifetime Achievement awards are selected by the NSBA Board and the Business Builder Award and the Young Promising Entrepreneur Award are selected by fan vote at the event.
L to R: Aaron Beres, Loraas Disposal North Ltd (sponsor); Kent Smith-Windsor, Greater Saskatoon Chamber of Commerce (recipient).
The Shirley Ryan Lifetime Achievement Award is awarded to an individual for their outstanding long-term contributions to their business or occupation whose leadership skills and passion have benefited the Saskatoon business community overall.
L to R: Jim Nowakowski, JNE Welding Limited Partnership (sponsor); Chad Leverick, Alliance Energy (recipient).
The Member of the Year Award is awarded to the NSBA Member or employee of an NSBA member who has portrayed exceptional commitment to the NSBA and exemplifies the image of a successful and involved community leader.
L to R: Garry Derenoski, Bridges Health; Tyler Korpan, Korpan Tractor (recipient); Todd Butler, ICR Commercial Real Estate (sponsor); Jolene Watson, Clarity Coaching & Development; Mike Lawson, Con-Tech General Contractors Ltd.
The Business Builder Award is awarded to the NSBA business recognized by NSBA members for contributing to the success of NSBA members. As a referral award, members are encouraged to nominate a business that is inspiration to others in the business community by virtue of their commitment to service and consistently excellent products or services.
L to R: Alexandra Jarrett, Axis Imagery; Noreen Mahoney, Edwards School of Business (sponsor); Lorne Prefontaine, Crew Rowhouse (recipient); Colleen Shalley, Infinity Management; Kalli Youngstrom, Kind Condiments.
The Young Promising Entrepreneur Award is awarded to the most promising business idea or startup. In order to be considered for this award, applicants' businesses must be within two years of incorporation if operational with the founder of the business being under the age of 30. Business ideas that are not currently operational are welcome to apply. This award is selected by a vote at the BBA Gala.
L to R: Dustin Sabiston, PCL Construction; Jess Tetu, Just for You Day Spa (recipient); Sandy McKerlie, Saskatchewan Blue Cross (sponsor); Steve Hogle, Saskatoon Blades Hockey Club; Kevin Lasiuk, Stantec.
The Community Builder Award is awarded to the NSBA business that demonstrates a clear commitment to operating in a philanthropic and empathetic manner in the community.
L to R: Adele Buettner, AgriBiz Communications Corp; Janna Dutton, Dutton Tim Hortons Group; Dr. Larry Rosia, Saskatchewan Polytechnic (sponsor); Lauren Hlady, Loraas Disposal North Ltd (recipient); Kristy Rempel, Saskatoon Prairieland Park Corp.
The Employee Retention and Development Award is awarded to the NSBA business that pursues excellence through employee development and training. Home to a stable and/or growing workforce, this business fosters an environment for lifelong learning, career advancement, internal leadership development, and/or the potential for succession opportunities.
2019 Winner: Loraas Disposal North Ltd.
L to R: Aubrey Sawchyn, EncoreFX; Jeric Mendoza, J. Mendoza & Associates Canada Immigration Consulting Group; Dale Hopkins, Vendasta (recipient); Alex Fallon, SREDA (sponsor); Michelle Fracchia-West, Ignite Danceworks Inc.
The Growth and Market Expansion Award is a new award that is awarded to the NSBA business that successfully demonstrates a commitment to growth of the business through expansion in an existing or new market.
L to R: Derrek Fahl, Miller Thomson LLP; Murray Yeager, Brandt Industries (recipient); James Limin, BDC (sponsor); Jeric Mendoza, J. Mendoza & Associates Canada Immigration Consulting Group; Megan Dyck, Sherpa.
The New Direction Award is awarded to the NSBA business that identifies and pursues a new business idea.
L to R: Nicole Squires, Park Derochie Coatings (Saskatchewan) Inc.; Adam Logue, JNE Welding Limited Partnership (recipient); Jason Wionzek, Colliers International (sponsor); Ozlem Sari, Global Gathering Place; Breanne Koehler, North Ridge Development Corporation.
its peers and/or within the business community.
L to R: Scott Neurauter, Allnorth; Errol Fisher, North Ridge Development Corporation; Sean Makahonuk, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP (sponsor); Andrey Olinov, Complete Technologies (recipient); Jo-Ann Costley, Pinchin Ltd.
The Quality Management Award is awarded to the NSBA business that recognizes and pursues activities which define, promote and inspire quality products, services and values.
L to R: Richard Valenti, Crestline Coach Ltd.; Tom Foster, Industrial Machine & Mfg Inc (recipient); Gord Dobrowolsky, Saskatchewan Workers' Compensation Board (sponsor); Katherine Podolas, GardaWorld Protective Services; Brodie Mitchell, Sharp Industries Ltd.
L to R: Adele Buettner, AgriBiz Communications Corp; Jordana Jacobson, CRAVINGS maternity-baby-kids; Gerard Gardiner, Echelon Wealth Partners Inc (recipient); Chelsea Stebner, Parr Auto Body (sponsor); Curtis Kolibab, North Star Systems Inc.
The Small Business Award is awarded to the NSBA small business (10 employees or less) that promotes quality in product and customer service.
L to R: Mike Yasieniuk, YasTech Developments Inc; Andrey Olinov, Complete Technologies; Aubrey Sawchyn, EncoreFX (sponsor); Alex Fallon, SREDA (recipient); Raul Garcia, Saskatchewan Rattlers.
The Team Building Award is awarded to the NSBA business whose management and staff promote and foster a team working environment.
Applications for the 2019 awards are NOW CLOSED!
Having trouble deciding what to put in your application? Take a look at this sample application from a company who has won previously: Sample Application. Also, be sure to check out some tips from the BBA judges at MNP: Judge's Tips.