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More than 150 categories to choose from
The BASA Awards are exclusively made for small businesses. The competition is fair and only allows small businesses to fairly compete with each other. This competition is for small businesses in Canada to gain recognition and help them strengthen their connection with their existing or potential clients. There is no favouritism or nepotism in the BASA Awards.
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Design Masterpiece for Winners
BASA Awards® Winners can order the Italian handcrafted statuette of Atlanta. The 11 inches tall award is custom-made with ceramic and has a gold luster.
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Winners Certificates
Boost your credibility!
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The Winners' & Finalists badges
There are BASA Awards® badges for the Winners, TopList, and Finalists. Place the badge seals on your website and marketing material and attract customers and media attention.
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TopList
2025Make it to the TopList! After the online Public Voting is completed, all the top nominations with the highest scores from public votes in each category will be ranked in in order.
The SMALL Wonders
Small businesses are the lifeblood of Canada’s economy. They have tenacity and resilience despite the challenging global economic climate. However, many business awards seldom acknowledge or commend small businesses. The BASA Awards focuses on small-sized entrepreneurs. There are more than 150+ categories to choose from, and all small businesses in Canada are welcome to submit their nominations.
Send your application today and get recognized globally.
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The Winners
The category winners are the entries with the highest public votes and the judges' scores. There will be 150 category winners chosen.
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The Finalists
The Finalists will comprise all entries with a minimum score of 75% from the judges. Finalists will be admitted to the online public vote.
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TopList
After the public voting, all the nominations with the highest scores from public votes in each category will be ranked in the TopList.
The Prize
The panel of Judges consists of entrepreneurs and industry experts trained to evaluate entries fairly. All entries are assessed based on the track record of their performance; there is no nepotism, favoritism, or large companies' influence.
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The Atlanta Trophy
The Atalanta Trophy is handmade of ceramic with gold luster by Italian artist, Ithaca. Only winners can order the award.
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Worldwide Recognition
Get global recognition as a leading small business in Canada. Gain trust and credibility from new and existing clients.
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Winner Certificate
All winners will receive the BASA Awards® Certificate of Excellence to celebrate and acknowledge their exceptional work.
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Logo & Badges for Winner Bades
Give your brand and sales a boost! Display the BASA winner's badges and logos on your website, social media, and other marketing material.
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Media coverage
BASA Awards® will feature all the winners in their marketing activities and social media, boosting your brand visibility.
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Website Listing
Gain positive exposure for your business! All winners will be featured in the Hall of Fame on the BASA Awards website.
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Advertising Campaign
Reveal your win globally! Boost your brand visibility with the BASA Awards marketing material.
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Join Our Business Community
Expand your professional network! Winners get a chance to network with access to a successful business community.
Download the Entry Kit
This downloadable entry kit has helpful insights that will help you with preparing and submitting your entry for the BASA Award.
150+ Categories, 6 Tracks
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SMALL BUSINESS
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STARTUP
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ENTREPRENEURS
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CAMPAIGNS
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TECH
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SMALL BUSINESS AWARD CATEGORIES
The small business award category is dedicated to appreciating and recognizing exceptional small businesses in every industry. Applicants in this track must demonstrate their new products or services, accomplishments, and their impact on the community. Submit your entry -
BEST IN CLASS businesses categories
This category highlights the unique small business owners. For example, it could be women-led to family-owned, veteran to minority-owned, LGBTQ, and people living with disabilities. This track aims to show diversity in small businesses' ownership and success. Submit your entry -
THE STARTUP AWARD CATEGORIES
The Startup Award is committed to recognizing and celebrating the best startups of the year in each industry. This category invites small businesses that are five years old or below to apply. The startup must show innovative and outstanding accomplishments in the first years of operation. Submit your entry -
BEST CAMPAIGNS categories
Marketing campaigns help build a business brand; this category recognizes small businesses with the best campaigns. Any small business across all industries that believes that it has successfully launched winning campaigns that effectively support its goals is eligible to apply for this track. Submit your entry -
ENTREPRENEURS AWARD CATEGORIES
Entrepreneurs are the architects of their businesses' success and deserve acknowledgement for all their efforts. This category is for outstanding entrepreneurs who have introduced innovative ideas in their fields and industries. Submit your entry -
BEST in tech categories
Technology plays a pivotal role in enhancing small businesses' growth. The tech award class recognizes experts in technology and innovation. All small businesses in innovations, app development, and website creation are eligible to apply for this track to show their technological prowess. Submit your entry
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Free Advice a Phone Call Away
Free ConsultationDo you need assistance submitting your entries or choosing the best categories for your small business? Our standby team is ready to assist you in selecting the right track for your business. Contact us for consultation.
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REFORESTING FOR EVERY NOMINATION
For every new BASA Canada nomination, a tree is planted as part of our ‘eco-tradition.’ Promoting sustainability stands as a key interest for businesses. We celebrate the growth of small businesses by planting trees.
Calendar for the 2025 Awards
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Early deadline 1 May, 2025 11:59 PM EST ($200 for first entry, $60for additional entries)
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Early Deadline 31 July, 2025 11:59 PM, EST ($215 for first entry, $90 additional entries)
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(No entries will be accepted after this date) 20 August, 2025 11:59 PM, EST ($225 for first entry, $90 additional entries)
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