Categories
Each year we shine the spotlight on entrepreneurs and organizations that have gone above and beyond — especially in support of their community, staff, customers, clients, and partners.
Of-the-YearGROUP
Member of the Year
Description
Recognizing individuals who work with the Chamber of Commerce who go above and beyond to use innovative solutions that have an impact on the Sarnia Lambton community.
Requirements
- Must be a Sarnia Lambton Chamber of Commerce member or Chamber of Commerce member's employee in good standing.
- Demonstrated innovative solutions or positive impact on the community through active social responsibility, local achievements, or events, that are over and above work expectations.
- Voted on virtually by Chamber Members.
- Cannot have won this category in 2023.
Fields
- I am a Sarnia Lambton Chamber of Commerce member in good standing as of the submission date
Only Chamber members are eligible. Please contact the SL Chamber for membership details. Phone: 519-336-2400 Email: info@slChamber.ca - I did not win an OBAA in this category last year
Congratulations if you are a previous winner! However, you are ineligible to win this year if you won last year. - If I am the category winner, I want my name and organization to show up like this
- Here is why I am an outstanding Member of the Chamber of Commerce
Voters will see this text. - Upload a headshot or photo for membership voting
Voters will see this image - Supply a tag line and company description.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Social Responsibility and Community Impact | 33.3% |
| Innovation (outstanding commitment to the Chamber of Commerce) | 33.3% |
| People Impact (positive experience and impact on individuals) | 33.4% |
Non-profit of the Year
Description
Recognizing organizations in the non-profit sector who demonstrate excellence and innovation resulting in significant social impact. Celebrating excellence across the board.
Requirements
- Must be a Sarnia Lambton Chamber of Commerce member in good standing.
- Must be a not-for-profit organization.
- Demonstrated excellence in their industry or field of expertise - highlighting the specific technical skills of the organization - what do you do best!
- Demonstrated the commitment to volunteers, employees, and/or partners over and above normal expectations, resulting in outstanding customer service and employee engagement
- Demonstrated innovation resulting in growth in services or products.
- Must include 2 to 5 referral letters from employees, customers, suppliers, or any other impacted individual showcasing the results of the commitment to excellence, that is above and beyond expectations. Each letter is no longer that 2 pages in length.
- Cannot have won this category in 2023.
Fields
- My organization is a Sarnia Lambton Chamber of Commerce member in good standing as of the submission date
Only Chamber members are eligible. Please contact the SL Chamber for membership details. Phone: 519-336-2400 Email: info@slChamber.ca - I did not win an OBAA in this category last year
Congratulations if you are a previous winner! However, you are ineligible to win this year. - Describe how your organization demonstrates excellence in your industry or field of expertise. What makes you "outstanding"? Highlight the technical skills of the organization
Choose either the video option or the written option to submit for this question. - Describe how your organization demonstrates excellence in your industry or field of expertise. What makes you "outstanding"? Highlight the technical skills of the organization
Choose either the video option or the written option to submit for this question. - Describe how your organization demonstrates a commitment to volunteers, employees, and/or partners, over and above normal expectations
Choose either the video option or the written option to submit for this question. - Describe how your organization demonstrates a commitment to volunteers, employees, and/or partners, over and above normal expectations
Choose either the video option or the written option to submit for this question. - Describe how your organization demonstrates innovative solutions and results leading to growth of products, services, or jobs
Choose either the video option or the written option to submit for this question. - Describe how your organization demonstrates innovative solutions and results leading to growth of products, services, or jobs
Choose either the video option or the written option to submit for this question. - Describe the impact that your organization has had on corporate social responsibility as it relates to Sarnia Lambton (environmental, ethical/human rights, philanthropic and/or economic).
Choose either the video option or the written option to submit for this question. - Describe the impact that your organization has had on corporate social responsibility as it relates to Sarnia Lambton (environmental, ethical/human rights, philanthropic and/or economic).
Choose either the video option or the written option to submit for this question. - Describe the impact that your organization has had on Sarnia Lambton
Choose either the video option or the written option to submit for this question. - Describe the impact that your organization has had on Sarnia Lambton
Choose either the video option or the written option to submit for this question. - Upload a Referral Letter
Choose either the video option or the document option to submit for this question. - Upload a Referral Video
Choose either the video option or the document option to submit for this question. - I have included 2 to 5 referral letters (required)
- Supply a tag line and company description.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Technical Expertise (outstanding in their field or industry) | 16.0% |
| Social Responsibility and Community Impact | 16.0% |
| Innovation (outstanding solutions or use of technology) | 16.0% |
| People Impact (positive experience and impact on individuals) | 16.0% |
| Growth (business, jobs, community, etc) | 16.0% |
| Letters of reference (2 to 5 letters) show | 20.0% |
Large Business of the Year
Description
Recognizing organizations with 60+ employees, that stand out for driving value for customers, employees, the community, and beyond. Celebrating excellence across the board
Requirements
- Must be a Sarnia Lambton Chamber of Commerce member in good standing.
- Must be a for-profit organization with 60+ employees
- Demonstrated excellence in their industry or for of expertise - highlighting the technical skills of the organization
- Demonstrated commitment to volunteers, employees, and/or partners over and above normal expectations, resulting in outstanding customer service and employee engagement.
- Demonstrated social responsibility and commitment to Sarnia Lambton.
- Demonstrated innovation resulting in growth in services or products.
- Must include 2 to 5 letters of reference from employees, customers, suppliers, or any other impacted individual showcasing the results of the commitment to excellence, that is above and beyond expectations. Each letter is no longer than 2 pages in length.
- Cannot have won the Business of the year category in 2023.
Fields
- My organization is a Sarnia Lambton Chamber of Commerce member in good standing as of the submission date
Only Chamber members are eligible. Please contact the SL Chamber for membership details. Phone: 519-336-2400 Email: info@slChamber.ca - I did not win an OBAA in the Business of the Year category last year
Congratulations if you are a previous winner! However, you are ineligible to win this year. - How many regular employees does your organization have?
- Describe how your organization demonstrates excellence in your industry or field of expertise. What makes you "outstanding"? Highlight the technical skills of the organization
Choose either the video option or the text option to submit for this question. - Describe how your organization demonstrates excellence in your industry or field of expertise. What makes you "outstanding"? Highlight the technical skills of the organization
Choose either the video option or the text option to submit for this question. - Describe how your organization demonstrates a commitment to volunteers, employees, and/or partners, over and above normal expectations
Choose either the video option or the text option to submit for this question. - Describe how your organization demonstrates a commitment to volunteers, employees, and/or partners, over and above normal expectations
Choose either the video option or the text option to submit for this question. - Describe how your organization demonstrates innovative solutions and results leading to growth of products, services, or jobs
Choose either the video option or the text option to submit for this question. - Describe how your organization demonstrates innovative solutions and results leading to growth of products, services, or jobs
Choose either the video option or the text option to submit for this question. - Describe the impact that your organization has had on corporate social responsibility as it relates to Sarnia Lambton (environmental, ethical/human rights, philanthropic and/or economic).
Choose either the video option or the text option to submit for this question. - Describe the impact that your organization has had on corporate social responsibility as it relates to Sarnia Lambton (environmental, ethical/human rights, philanthropic and/or economic).
Choose either the video option or the text option to submit for this question. - Describe the impact that your organization has had on Sarnia Lambton
Choose either the video option or the text option to submit for this question. - Describe the impact that your organization has had on Sarnia Lambton
Choose either the video option or the text option to submit for this question. - Upload a Referral Letter
Choose either the video option or the document option to submit for this question. - Upload a Referral Video
Choose either the video option or the document option to submit for this question. - I have included 2 to 5 referral letters (required)
- Supply a tag line and company description.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Technical Expertise (outstanding in their field or industry) | 16.0% |
| Social Responsibility and Community Impact | 16.0% |
| Innovation (outstanding solutions or use of technology) | 16.0% |
| People Impact (positive experience and impact on individuals) | 16.0% |
| Growth (business, jobs, community, etc) | 16.0% |
| Letters of reference (2 to 5 letters) show | 20.0% |
Medium Business of the Year
Description
Recognizing organizations with 11 to 59 employees, that stand out for driving value for customers, employees, the community, and beyond. Celebrating excellence across the board
Requirements
- Must be a Sarnia Lambton Chamber of Commerce member in good standing.
- Must be a for-profit organization with 11 to 59 employees
- Demonstrated excellence in their industry or for of expertise - highlighting the technical skills of the organization
- Demonstrated commitment to volunteers, employees, and/or partners over and above normal expectations, resulting in outstanding customer service and employee engagement.
- Demonstrated social responsibility and commitment to Sarnia Lambton.
- Demonstrated innovation resulting in growth in services or products.
- Must include 2 to 5 letters of reference from employees, customers, suppliers, or any other impacted individual showcasing the results of the commitment to excellence, that is above and beyond expectations. Each letter is no longer than 2 pages in length.
- Cannot have won the Business of the year category in 2023.
Fields
- My organization is a Sarnia Lambton Chamber of Commerce member in good standing as of the submission date
Only Chamber members are eligible. Please contact the SL Chamber for membership details. Phone: 519-336-2400 Email: info@slChamber.ca - I did not win an OBAA in the Business of the Year category last year
Congratulations if you are a previous winner! However, you are ineligible to win this year. - I am submitting on behalf of a for-profit organization
- How many regular employees does your organization have?
- Describe how your organization demonstrates excellence in your industry or field of expertise. What makes you "outstanding"?
Choose either the video option or the text option to submit for this question. - Describe how your organization demonstrates excellence in your industry or field of expertise. What makes you
Choose either the video option or the text option to submit for this question. - Describe how your organization demonstrates excellence in your industry or field of expertise. What makes you "outstanding"? Highlight the technical skills of the organization
Choose either the video option or the text option to submit for this question. - Describe how your organization demonstrates excellence in your industry or field of expertise. What makes you "outstanding"? Highlight the technical skills of the organization
Choose either the video option or the text option to submit for this question. - Describe how your organization demonstrates innovative solutions and results leading to growth of products, services, or jobs
Choose either the video option or the text option to submit for this question. - Describe how your organization demonstrates innovative solutions and results leading to growth of products, services, or jobs
Choose either the video option or the text option to submit for this question. - Describe the impact that your organization has had on corporate social responsibility as it relates to Sarnia Lambton (environmental, ethical/human rights, philanthropic and/or economic).
Choose either the video option or the text option to submit for this question. - Describe the impact that your organization has had on corporate social responsibility as it relates to Sarnia Lambton (environmental, ethical/human rights, philanthropic and/or economic).
Choose either the video option or the text option to submit for this question. - Describe the impact that your organization has had on Sarnia Lambton
Choose either the video option or the text option to submit for this question. - Describe the impact that your organization has had on Sarnia Lambton
Choose either the video option or the text option to submit for this question. - Upload a Referral Letter
Choose either the video option or the document option to submit for this question. - Upload a Referral Video
Choose either the video option or the document option to submit for this question. - I have included 2 to 5 referral letters (required)
- Supply a tag line and company description.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Technical Expertise (outstanding in their field or industry) | 16.0% |
| Social Responsibility and Community Impact | 16.0% |
| Innovation (outstanding solutions or use of technology) | 16.0% |
| People Impact (positive experience and impact on individuals) | 16.0% |
| Growth (business, jobs, community, etc) | 16.0% |
| Letters of reference (2 to 5 letters) show | 20.0% |
Small Business of the Year
Description
Recognizing organizations with 1 to 10 employees, that stand out for driving value for customers, employees, the community, and beyond. Celebrating excellence across the board
Requirements
- Must be a Sarnia Lambton Chamber of Commerce member in good standing.
- Must be a for-profit organization with 1 to 10 employees
- Demonstrated excellence in their industry or for of expertise - highlighting the technical skills of the organization
- Demonstrated commitment to volunteers, employees, and/or partners over and above normal expectations, resulting in outstanding customer service and employee engagement.
- Demonstrated social responsibility and commitment to Sarnia Lambton.
- Demonstrated innovation resulting in growth in services or products.
- Must include 2 to 5 letters of reference from employees, customers, suppliers, or any other impacted individual showcasing the results of the commitment to excellence, that is above and beyond expectations. Each letter is no longer than 2 pages in length.
- Cannot have won the Business of the year category in 2023.
Fields
- My organization is a Sarnia Lambton Chamber of Commerce member in good standing as of the submission date
Only Chamber members are eligible. Please contact the SL Chamber for membership details. Phone: 519-336-2400 Email: info@slChamber.ca - I did not win an OBAA in the Business of the Year category last year
Congratulations if you are a previous winner! However, you are ineligible to win this year. - I am submitting on behalf of a for-profit organization
- How many regular employees does your organization have?
- Describe how your organization demonstrates excellence in your industry or field of expertise. What makes you "outstanding"? Highlight the technical skills of the organization
Choose either the video option or the text option to submit for this question. - Describe how your organization demonstrates excellence in your industry or field of expertise. What makes you "outstanding"? Highlight the technical skills of the organization
Choose either the video option or the text option to submit for this question. - Describe how your organization demonstrates a commitment to volunteers, employees, and/or partners, over and above normal expectations
Choose either the video option or the text option to submit for this question. - Describe how your organization demonstrates a commitment to volunteers, employees, and/or partners, over and above normal expectations
Choose either the video option or the text option to submit for this question. - Describe how your organization demonstrates innovative solutions and results leading to growth of products, services, or jobs
Choose either the video option or the text option to submit for this question. - Describe how your organization demonstrates innovative solutions and results leading to growth of products, services, or jobs
Choose either the video option or the text option to submit for this question. - Describe the impact that your organization has had on corporate social responsibility as it relates to Sarnia Lambton (environmental, ethical/human rights, philanthropic and/or economic).
Choose either the video option or the text option to submit for this question. - Describe the impact that your organization has had on corporate social responsibility as it relates to Sarnia Lambton (environmental, ethical/human rights, philanthropic and/or economic).
Choose either the video option or the text option to submit for this question. - Describe the impact that your organization has had on Sarnia Lambton
Choose either the video option or the text option to submit for this question. - Describe the impact that your organization has had on Sarnia Lambton
Choose either the video option or the text option to submit for this question. - Upload a Referral Letter
Choose either the video option or the document option to submit for this question. - Upload a Referral Video
Choose either the video option or the document option to submit for this question. - I have included 2 to 5 referral letters (required)
- Supply a tag line and company description.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Technical Expertise (outstanding in their field or industry) | 16.0% |
| Social Responsibility and Community Impact | 16.0% |
| Innovation (outstanding solutions or use of technology) | 16.0% |
| People Impact (positive experience and impact on individuals) | 16.0% |
| Growth (business, jobs, community, etc) | 16.0% |
| Letters of reference (2 to 5 letters) show | 20.0% |
Entrepreneur of the Year
Description
Recognizing business owners who have been in business at least one year, who introduce a new product or service to meet changing community and/or customer demands. Celebrating excellence across the board.
Requirements
- Must be a Sarnia Lambton Chamber of Commerce member in good standing.
- Must be a business owner, in business at least 1 year.
- Demonstrated excellence in their industry or field of expertise - highlighting the technical skills of the organization.
- Demonstrated commitment to volunteers, employees, and/or partners over and above normal expectations, resulting in outstanding customer service and employee engagement.
- Demonstrated social responsibility and commitment to Sarnia Lambton.
- Demonstrated innovation resulting in growth in services or products.
- Must include 2 - 5 letters of reference from employees, customers, suppliers, or any other impacted individual showcasing the results of the commitment to excellence, that is above and beyond expectations. Each letter is no longer than 2 pages in length.
- Cannot have won this category in 2023.
Fields
- I am a Sarnia Lambton Chamber of Commerce member in good standing as of the submission date
Only Chamber members are eligible. Please contact the SL Chamber for membership details. Phone: 519-336-2400 Email: info@slChamber.ca - I am a business owner, in business at least 1 year
Only business owners in business at least 1 year are eligible to win an award. - I did not win an OBAA in this category last year
Congratulations if you are a previous winner! However, you are ineligible to win this year. - Describe what makes you an "outstanding" entrepreneur
Choose either the video option or the written option to submit for this question. - Describe what makes you an "outstanding" entrepreneur
Choose either the video option or the written option to submit for this question. - Describe how you demonstrate commitment to volunteers, employees, customers, and/or partners over and above normal expectations, resulting in outstanding customer service and/or employee engagement
Choose either the video option or the written option to submit for this question. - Describe how you demonstrate commitment to volunteers, employees, customers, and/or partners over and above normal expectations, resulting in outstanding customer service and/or employee engagement
Choose either the video option or the written option to submit for this question. - Describe how your organization demonstrates innovative solutions and results leading to growth of products, services, or jobs
Choose either the video option or the written option to submit for this question. - Describe how your organization demonstrates innovative solutions and results leading to growth of products, services, or jobs
Choose either the video option or the written option to submit for this question. - Describe what makes you an exceptional entrepreneur.
Choose either the video option or the written option to submit for this question. - Describe the impact that you have had on corporate social responsibility (environmental, ethical/human rights, philanthropic and/or economic)
Choose either the video option or the written option to submit for this question. - Describe the impact that you have had on Sarnia Lambton
Choose either the video option or the written option to submit for this question. - Describe the impact that you have had on Sarnia Lambton
Choose either the video option or the written option to submit for this question. - Upload a Referral Letter
Choose either the video option or the document option to submit for this question. - Upload a Referral Video
Choose either the video option or the document option to submit for this question. - I have included 2 to 5 referral letters (required)
- Supply a tag line and company description.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Technical Expertise (outstanding in their field or industry) | 16.0% |
| Level of Impact on business and community. | 16.0% |
| Innovation (outstanding solutions or use of technology) | 16.0% |
| People Impact (positive experience and impact on individuals) | 16.0% |
| Growth (business, jobs, community, etc) | 16.0% |
| Letters of reference (2 to 5 letters) show | 20.0% |
RecognitionGROUP
Excellence in Customer Service for an Individual
Description
Recognizing organizations or an individual that excels in providing outstanding customer service and drive value throughout the community, as a place that we want to send our family, friends, and colleagues.
Requirements
- Must be a Sarnia Lambton Chamber of Commerce member in good standing.
- Demonstrates an exemplary customer service experience through social responsibility, community impact, technical expertise, innovation, growth and people impact.
- Goes above and beyond for customers or clients; high quality service from beginning to end.
- Must include 2 - 5 letters of reference from employees, customers, suppliers, or any other impacted individual showcasing the results of the commitment to a consistent, high quality customer service experience, that is above and beyond expectations. Each letter is no longer than 2 pages in length.
- Cannot have won this category in 2023.
Fields
- My organization is a Sarnia Lambton Chamber of Commerce member in good standing as of the submission date
Only Chamber members are eligible. Please contact the SL Chamber for membership details. Phone: 519-336-2400 Email: info@slChamber.ca - I did not win an OBAA in this category last year
Congratulations if you are a previous winner! However, you are ineligible to win this year. - Describe how you go above and beyond for customers or clients. What makes your customer service "outstanding"?
Choose either the video option or the text option to submit for this question. - Describe how you go above and beyond for customers or clients. What makes your customer service "outstanding"?
Choose either the video option or the text option to submit for this question. - Describe how you go above and beyond your corporate customer service standard. Have you implemented any changes that resulted in increase sales, retention or growth?
Choose either the video option or the text option to submit for this question. - Describe how you go above and beyond your corporate customer service standard. Have you implemented any changes that resulted in increase sales, retention or growth?
Choose either the video option or the text option to submit for this question. - Describe the impact that your organization has had on Sarnia Lambton
Choose either the video option or the text option to submit for this question. - Describe the impact that your organization has had on Sarnia Lambton
Choose either the video option or the text option to submit for this question. - Upload a Referral Letter
- Upload a Referral Video
Choose either the video option or the document option to submit for this question. - I have included 2 to 5 referral letters (required)
- Supply a tag line and company description.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Corporate and Community Impact | 20.0% |
| People Impact (positive experience and impact on individuals) | 20.0% |
| Letters of reference (2 to 5 letters) show | 30.0% |
| Innovation | 15.0% |
| Growth (business, jobs, community) | 15.0% |
Young Professional
Description
Recognizing individuals who are 45 years old or younger who demonstrate excellence and a commitment to their organization and the community.
Requirements
- Must be a Sarnia Lambton Chamber of Commerce member in good standing.
- Must be age 45 or younger to be nominated.
- Demonstrated ability to tackle the challenges of entrepreneurship and/or has exemplified leadership or professional growth in their field.
- Demonstrated an impact on corporate social responsibility as it relates to Sarnia Lambton (environmental, ethical/human rights, philanthropic and/or economic).
- Must include 2 - 5 letters of reference from employees, customers, suppliers, or any other impacted individual showcasing the results of the commitment to the community. Each letter is no longer than 2 pages in length.
- Cannot have won this category in 2023.
Fields
- I am a Sarnia Lambton Chamber of Commerce member in good standing as of the submission date
Only Chamber members are eligible. Please contact the SL Chamber for membership details. Phone: 519-336-2400 Email: info@slChamber.ca - I did not win an OBAA in this category last year
Congratulations if you are a previous winner! However, you are ineligible to win this year. - I am an individual, not a business
- I am no older than 40 as of the submission date
- Describe what leadership means to you and how you apply that to your professional career.
Choose either the video option or the text option to submit for this question. - Describe what leadership means to you and how you apply that to your professional career.
Choose either the video option or the text option to submit for this question. - How have you contributed to your personal and professional growth.
Choose either the video option or the text option to submit for this question. - How have you contributed to your personal and professional growth.
Choose either the video option or the text option to submit for this question. - Describe accomplishments that have had the greatest impact on you and others.
Choose either the video option or the text option to submit for this question. - Describe accomplishments that have had the greatest impact on you and others.
Choose either the video option or the text option to submit for this question. - Upload a Referral Letter
Choose either the video option or the document option to submit for this question. - Upload a Referral Video
Choose either the video option or the document option to submit for this question. - I have included 2 to 5 referral letters (required)
- Describe any roles you have filled in the community, i.e. on boards, associations or committees.
- Supply a tag line and company description.
- Describe any roles you have filled in the community, i.e. on boards, associations or committees.
- Describe the impact that you have had on corporate social responsibility (environmental, ethical/human rights, philanthropic and/or economic).
- Describe the impact that you have had on corporate social responsibility (environmental, ethical/human rights, philanthropic and/or economic).
- Describe the impact that you have had on Sarnia Lambton.
- Describe the impact that you have had on Sarnia Lambton.
- Supply a personal tagline.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Social Responsibility and Community Impact | 33.3% |
| People Impact (positive experience and impact on individuals) | 33.3% |
| Letters of reference (2 to 5 letters) show an | 33.4% |
Technical AwardsGROUP
Innovation
Description
Recognizing organizations that approach organizational challenges, develop or improve products, services, or business processes in new and innovative ways that result in consistent growth and job creation.
Requirements
- Must be a Sarnia Lambton Chamber of Commerce member in good standing.
- Business or organization must have created, invented, or developed an innovative product, process, or service that has resulted in a measurable increase in revenue or job creation, productivity or quality, reduction in cost, and/or improvements in service.
- Impact of innovation must be in Canada.
- Demonstrated an impact on corporate social responsibility as it relates to Sarnia Lambton (environmental, ethical/human rights, philanthropic and/or economic).
- Cannot have won this category in 2023.
Fields
- My organization is a Sarnia Lambton Chamber of Commerce member in good standing as of the submission date
Only Chamber members are eligible. Please contact the SL Chamber for membership details. Phone: 519-336-2400 Email: info@slChamber.ca - I did not win an OBAA in this category last year
Congratulations if you are a previous winner! However, you are ineligible to win this year. - Has an innovative approach led to organizational or job growth?
Has a new approach been implemented in the development or improvement of new products, services, or business processes that result in consistent growth and job creation? - Has the innovative approach had an impact in Canada?
- Describe how your business created, invented, or developed an innovative product, process, or service that has resulted in a measurable increase in revenue or job creation, productivity or quality, reduction in cost, and/or improvements in service.
Choose either the video option or the text option to submit for this question. - Describe how your business created, invented, or developed an innovative product, process, or service that has resulted in a measurable increase in revenue or job creation, productivity or quality, reduction in cost, and/or improvements in service.
Choose either the video option or the text option to submit for this question. - Describe the impact that the innovative approach has had on corporate social responsibility as it relates to Sarnia Lambton (environmental, ethical/human rights, philanthropic and/or economic).
Choose either the video option or the text option to submit for this question. - Describe the impact that the innovative approach has had on corporate social responsibility as it relates to Sarnia Lambton (environmental, ethical/human rights, philanthropic and/or economic).
Choose either the video option or the text option to submit for this question. - Supply a tag line and company description.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Social Responsibility and Community Impact | 33.3% |
| Innovation (outstanding use of a new or creative approach) | 33.3% |
| Growth (business, jobs, community, etc) | 33.4% |
Agri-business
Description
Recognizing organizations that drive value through agri-business, celebrating both the success and passion for growth and excellence in the agricultural sectors.
Requirements
- A Sarnia Lambton Chamber of Commerce member in good standing as of the submission date.
- The Agri-business includes food, beverage, and agriculture industries.
- Demonstrated building, rejuvenating, expanding, or commitment to sustainability.
- The impact must be made in Canada.
- Demonstrated social responsibility and commitment to Sarnia Lambton.
- Cannot have won this category in 2023.
Fields
- My organization is a Sarnia Lambton Chamber of Commerce member in good standing as of the submission date
Only Chamber members are eligible. Please contact the SL Chamber for membership details. Phone: 519-336-2400 Email: info@slChamber.ca - I did not win an OBAA in this category last year
Congratulations if you are a previous winner! However, you are ineligible to win this year. - My organization is in the food processing, beverage, or agriculture industry
- Describe the agri-business. What makes it "outstanding"?
Choose either the video option or the written option to submit for this question. - Describe the agri-business. What makes it "outstanding"?
Choose either the video option or the written option to submit for this question. - Describe the impact that your organization has had on corporate social responsibility as it relates to Sarnia Lambton (environmental, ethical/human rights, philanthropic and/or economic).
Choose either the video option or the written option to submit for this question. - Describe the impact that your organization has had on corporate social responsibility as it relates to Sarnia Lambton (environmental, ethical/human rights, philanthropic and/or economic).
Choose either the video option or the written option to submit for this question. - Describe the impact your organization has had on sustainability
Choose either the video option or the written option to submit for this question. - Describe the impact your organization has had on sustainability
Choose either the video option or the written option to submit for this question. - Describe the impact that your organization has had on Sarnia Lambton
Choose either the video option or the written option to submit for this question. - Describe the impact that your organization has had on Sarnia Lambton
Choose either the video option or the written option to submit for this question. - Supply a tag line and company description.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Technical Expertise (outstanding as an agri-business) | 33.3% |
| Social Responsibility and Community Impact | 33.3% |
| Growth (business, jobs, community, etc) | 33.4% |
Inclusivity
Description
Recognizing organizations that demonstrate a conscious effort to execute IDEA (inclusivity, diversity, equity, and accessibility) and a healthy, positive, and productive workplace environment. Forward-thinking champions of inclusive values and principles.
Requirements
- Must be a Sarnia Lambton Chamber of Commerce member in good standing.
- Demonstrated commitment to IDEA (inclusivity, diversity, equity, and accessibility), demonstrated through employee satisfaction and retention.
- Must include 2 to 5 letters of reference from employees, customers, suppliers, or any other impacted individual showcasing the results of the commitment to a healthy, positive, and productive workplace environment. Each letter is no longer that 2 pages in length.
- Cannot have won this category in 2023.
Fields
- My organization is a Sarnia Lambton Chamber of Commerce member in good standing as of the submission date
Only Chamber members are eligible. Please contact the SL Chamber for membership details. Phone: 519-336-2400 Email: info@slChamber.ca - I did not win an OBAA in this category last year
Congratulations if you are a previous winner! However, you are ineligible to win this year. - Describe what makes your organization "outstanding" in its commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility.
- Describe what makes your organization "outstanding" in its commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility.
Choose either the video option or the written option to submit for this question. - Describe your proactive and effective inclusive employment practices.
- Describe your proactive and effective inclusive employment practices.
- Describe how your organization recognizes employees at all levels as champions of inclusivity.
- Describe how your organization recognizes employees at all levels as champions of inclusivity.
- Describe how your organization exceeds accessibility standards (AODA) for customers and employees.
- Describe how your organization exceeds accessibility standards (AODA) for customers and employees.
- Describe the impact that your organization has on corporate social responsibility (environmental, ethical/human rights, philanthropic and/or economic).
- Describe the impact that your organization has on corporate social responsibility (environmental, ethical/human rights, philanthropic and/or economic).
- Upload a Referral Letter
Choose either the video option or the document option to submit for this question. - Upload a Referral Video
Choose either the video option or the document option to submit for this question. - I have included 2 to 5 referral letters (required)
- Supply a tag line and company description.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Innovative Expertise (outstanding as an inclusive employer) | 33.3% |
| Social Responsibility and Community Impact | 33.3% |
| People Impact (positive experience and impact on individuals) | 33.4% |
Green Business
Description
Recognizing organizations that demonstrate a combination of leading ecological innovations with economic success.
Requirements
1. Must be a Sarnia Lambton Chamber of Commerce member in good standing
2. Demonstrates exceptional and sustainable health, well-being, safety, and environmental initiatives, outside of the regular expectations of the organizations
3. Demonstrates majority of the organization's employees are active, engaged, and participate in green sustainability over and above the normal expectations of the organizations
4. The impact must be made in Canada
5. Demonstrated social responsibility and commitment to Sarnia Lambton
6. Cannot have won this category in 2023.
Fields
- My organization is a Sarnia Lambton Chamber of Commerce member in good standing as of the submission date
Only Chamber members are eligible. Please contact the SL Chamber for membership details. Phone: 519-336-2400 Email: info@slChamber.ca - I did not win an OBAA in this category last year
Congratulations if you are a previous winner! However, you are ineligible to win this year. - Describe your corporate culture as it relates to encourages employee engagement in green initiatives or sustainable practices.
Choose either the video option or the written option to submit for this question. - Describe your corporate culture as it relates to encourages employee engagement in green initiatives or sustainable practices.
Choose either the video option or the written option to submit for this question. - Describe what makes your company green.
Choose either the video option or the written option to submit for this question. - Describe what makes your company green.
Choose either the video option or the written option to submit for this question. - How do you ensure your supply chain contributes to a circular economy.
Choose either the video option or the written option to submit for this question. - How do you ensure your supply chain contributes to a circular economy
Choose either the video option or the written option to submit for this question. - Describe the impact that your organization has had on Sarnia Lambton.
Choose either the video option or the written option to submit for this question. - Describe the impact that your organization has had on Sarnia Lambton.
Choose either the video option or the written option to submit for this question. - Supply a tag line and company description.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Social Responsibility and Community Impact | 33.3% |
| Technical Expertise | 33.3% |
| People Impact | 33.4% |
