The NSBA has announced the finalists for the 23rd Annual Business Builder Awards. This year’s theme is, “Celebrating Pipe Dreams.” The theme acknowledges goals and aspirations that fuel entrepreneurs and their businesses. It’s also a nod to a major lobbying goal of supporting the construction of pipelines that will safely transport our nation’s natural resources to ports and markets. Winners will be announced at the awards banquet on March 19th at the World Trade Centre at Prairieland Park.
23rd Annual Business Builder Awards, Presented by Nutrien Finalists
The “Employee Retention & Development Award” – sponsored by Saskatchewan Polytechnic – 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 succession opportunities.
The finalists are: Ghost Transportation Services
PCL Construction Management Inc.
Prairie Crane Inc.
SARC/SARCAN Recycling
The “Safe Employer Award” – sponsored by an Saskatchewan Workers’ Compensation Board – is awarded to the NSBA business that exemplifies and promotes safety in the workplace.
The finalists are: Industrial Machine & Mfg. Inc.
Norseman Structures
Pinchin Ltd
Supreme Steel
The “New Direction Award” – sponsored by BDC – is awarded to the NSBA business that identifies and pursues a new business idea.
The finalists are: Banda Marketing Group
Golden Mobility and Rehab Ltd.
J. Mendoza & Associates Canada Immigration Consulting Group
The Village at Stonebridge
The “Pursuit of Excellence Award” – sponsored by Colliers International- is awarded to the NSBA business that is an industry leader among its peers and/or within the business community.
The finalists are: McDougall Gauley LLP
Panko Collaborative Law and Mediation
Park Derochie
Three Farmers Foods Inc.
The “Team Building Award” – sponsored by Sutton Wealth Planning – is awarded to the NSBA business whose management and staff promote and foster a team working environment.
The finalists are: Peter Lucas Project Management
Vendasta
WESK (Women Entrepreneurs Saskatchewan)
YasTech Developments
The “Quality Management Award” – sponsored by PWC – is awarded to the NSBA business that recognizes and pursues activities which define, promote and inspire quality products, services and values.
The finalists are: Bow Group of Companies Inc
North Star Systems Inc.
Pinchin Ltd
Supreme Group
The “Community Builder Award” – sponsored by Saskatchewan Blue Cross – is awarded to the NSBA business that demonstrates a clear commitment to operating in a philanthropic and empathetic manner in the community.
The finalists are: Dutton Group, Tim Hortons
Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital
PCL Construction Management Inc.
Wiegers Financial and Benefits
The “Small Business Award” – sponsored by Parr Auto Body – is awarded to the NSBA small business, with 10 employees or less, that promotes quality in product and customer service.
The finalists are: Crew Rowhouse Ltd.
Express Employment Professionals
Panko Collaborative Law and Mediation
Three Farmers Foods Inc.
The “Growth and Market Expansion Award” – sponsored by SREDA – is awarded to the NSBA business that successfully demonstrates a commitment to growth of the business through expansion in an existing or new market.
The finalists are: Industrial Machine & Mfg. Inc.
Saskatoon Fire and Flood
Shercom Industries Inc.
Vendasta
The “Indigenous Inclusion Award” – sponsored by Miller Thomson- is awarded to the NSBA business that embraces and promotes Indigenous peoples having equitable access to jobs, training/education, and entrepreneurship opportunities or through economic development projects that promote long-term sustainable benefits to Aboriginal communities.
The finalists are: Epic Alliance Inc.
Morris Interactive
Park Derochie
South East Construction
The “Young Promising Entrepreneur Award” – sponsored by Edwards School of Business – is something quite unique and has become a welcome addition to the evening’s festivities. Four entrepreneurs under 30 who have business ideas will be at the banquet. Before the dinner, people who attend the banquet can vote for the entrepreneur and business pitch that shows the most potential. The winner will be determined by an online voting process at the banquet on March 19th.
The finalists are: Axis Imagery Ltd.
Cropper
Husbandry Farms
Revolve Caf Inc
Our namesake award, the “Business Builder Award” – sponsored by ICR Commercial Real Estate – is awarded to a the NSBA business that has contributed to the success of NSBA members, and a company that you could confidently refer to others. This award will also be selected the night of the banquet by an online voting process.
The finalists are: Blue Moose Media
Boost Strategic Coaching
Ghost Transportation Services
J&H Builder’s Warehouse
Member of the Year Award (by Board of Director vote) – sponsored by Tourism Saskatoon, 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. The winner of this award will be announced at the awards banquet on March 19th.
The Shirley Ryan Lifetime Achievement Award (by Board of Director vote) – sponsored by Loraas Disposal Services, awarded to an individual for their outstanding long-term contributions to their business or occupation, and whose leadership skills and passion have benefited the Saskatoon business community overall. The winner of this award will be announced at the awards banquet on March 19th.
