The BASA AwardsⓇ are excited to announce the official launch of the 2025 awards season, inviting small businesses to showcase their remarkable achievements. Dedicated to recognizing the diverse accomplishments of small businesses throughout Canada, the awards honor those who have demonstrated excellence, innovation, and a significant positive impact within their communities.
Entries for The BASA Awards will be accepted until August 20, 2025. Small businesses from all sectors and backgrounds are encouraged to participate. This is an opportunity for business owners to share their success stories and highlight their unique contributions to the Canadian business landscape.
"We are passionate about celebrating the unsung heroes of our economy – the small businesses that drive innovation, create employment opportunities, and enrich our communities. Despite their significant role, they often operate in the shadows of larger corporations. The BASA Awards serve as a platform to rectify this oversight, acknowledging and elevating the remarkable achievements of small businesses," remarked Anna Stella, President of BASA AwardsⓇ.
Who Can Enter the Awards
The awards are open to all thriving small businesses headquartered in Canada. Entrants are invited to demonstrate their business achievements, whether through innovative strategies, impactful projects, or remarkable growth trajectories. With six distinct tracks and over 150 award categories available, small business owners have ample opportunities to align themselves and showcase their unique strengths and successes.
The BASA Judging Panel: BASA AwardsⓇ takes immense pride in its impartial judging process, overseen by a distinguished panel of independent industry experts. The organization is committed to transparency and fairness, ensuring that each entry is evaluated solely on its merits and free from external influences.
Stella further emphasizes the importance of this, stating: "Transparent, authentic judging is at the core of BASA AwardsⓇ. We understand the challenges faced by small businesses and the significance of fair recognition. Unlike some corporate-driven awards, we maintain a strict commitment to integrity—no hidden agendas, no pre-planned outcomes, well-deserved recognition."
Exciting News
The Best in Business 2026 Book Submissions Open on April 2! In addition to the awards, BASA AwardsⓇ is thrilled to introduce The Best in Business 2026 Book, a prestigious publication in collaboration with Ocotillo Wells, that will spotlight the most inspiring and innovative small businesses in Canada. Submissions open on April 2, and participation is completely free.
To be considered, businesses must enter the BASA Awards, complete the separate Book submission form, sign the publishing agreement, and respond to editorial team requests in a timely manner. There are no costs or minimum book copy purchases required—this is a unique opportunity to gain widespread recognition and showcase business success in print.
About the BASA AwardsⓇ
The BASA AwardsⓇ celebrate excellence, resilience, creativity, and passion within Australia’s small business community. With a wide range of categories, the awards recognize businesses from all sectors for their invaluable contributions to the nation’s economy and society. The sole requirement is that the companies to be classified as small.
For more information on how to submit entries or nominate deserving businesses, please visit https://www.basawards.com/en-ca.
