For a small company, your story holds as much significance as a healthy balance sheet.

The BASA Awards are designed to celebrate not only where your business is now but the path you took to get there. Your inspiring journey and game-changing successes deserve recognition.

Awards Categories

  • BEST

    SMALL BUSINESS

    CATEGORIES

  • BEST

    STARTUP

    CATEGORIES

  • BEST

    ENTREPRENEURS

    CATEGORIES

  • BEST
    IN CLASS
    CATEGORIES

  • BEST

    CAMPAIGNS

    CATEGORIES

  • BEST

    IN TECH

    CATEGORIES

  • BEST SMALL BUSINESS CATEGORIES

    The Best Small Business track is designed to recognize outstanding small businesses across industries. Entries in this track must demonstrate the impact they have created, their unique products or services, and their achievements.Submit your entry

  • BEST IN CLASS CATEGORIES

    The Best in Class track honors unique owners of small businesses. From women-led to family-owned, veteran-owned to minority-owned, LGBTQIA+, and people living with disabilities, this track highlights diversity in small business ownership and success.Submit your entry

  • BEST STARTUP CATEGORIES

    The Best Startup track is dedicated to appreciating and recognizing the best startups of the year in each industry. Small businesses operating for less than five years are eligible to apply. Your entry must show outstanding accomplishments in the first years of trading.Submit your entry

  • BEST CAMPAIGNS CATEGORIES

    The Best Campaign is a track designed to recognize the best campaigns and initiatives across all industries. Small businesses that have launched successful initiatives and campaigns that effectively support their goals and win the target audience are eligible to apply for this track.Submit your entry

  • BEST ENTREPRENEUR CATEGORIES

    Entrepreneurs are the driving force behind the success of their businesses and deserve recognition. The Best Entrepreneur track celebrates entrepreneurs who are ambitious, driven, and innovative in their fields. Submit your entry

  • BEST IN TECH CATEGORIES

    Technology serves as a crucial growth catalyst for smal businesses. The Best in Tech track recognizes small businesses as experts in technology and innovation. Innovators, APP developers, and website creators are eligible to apply to this track and demonstrate their technological prowess.Submit your entry

  • BEST SMALL BUSINESS CATEGORIES

    Accountancy & Bookkeeping
    In this BASA Awards Accountancy & Bookkeeping category, small companies operating in the Accountancy & Bookkeeping industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    Advertising
    In this BASA Awards Advertising category, small companies operating in the Advertising industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    Apparel & Fashion
    In this BASA Awards Apparel & Fashion category, small companies operating in the Apparel & Fashion industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    Beauty
    In this BASA Awards Beauty category, small companies operating in the Beauty industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    Biotechnology
    In this BASA Awards Biotechnology category, small companies operating in the Biotechnology industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    Bitcoin, Crypto & Blockchain
    In this BASA Awards Bitcoin, Crypto & Blockchain category, small companies operating in the Printing & Signs industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    Brewery
    In this BASA Awards Brewery category, small companies operating in the Brewery industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    Business Consulting
    In this BASA Awards Business Consulting category, small companies operating in the Business Consulting industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    Cannabis
    In this BASA Awards Cannabis category, small companies operating in the industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    Coaching
    In this BASA Awards Coaching category, small companies operating in the Coaching industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    Computer & Office Equipment
    In this BASA Awards Computer & Office Equipment category, small companies operating in the Computer & Office Equipment industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    Content & Publishing
    In this BASA Awards Content & Publishing category, small companies operating in the industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    Construction
    In this BASA Awards Construction category, small companies operating in the industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    Design
    In this BASA Awards Design category, small companies operating in the Design industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    eCommerce & Online Services
    In this BASA Awards eCommerce & Online Services category, small companies operating in the eCommerce & Online Services industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    Education & Training
    In this BASA Awards Education & Training category, small companies operating in the Education & Training industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    Energy
    In this BASA Awards Energy category, small companies operating in the Energy industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    Electronics
    In this BASA Awards Electronics category, small companies operating in the Electronics industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    Events Management
    In this BASA Awards Events Management category, small companies operating in the Events Management industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    Financial Services, Banking & Funding
    In this BASA Awards Financial Planners & Services category, small companies operating in the Financial Planners & Services industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    Financial Planners & Services
    In this BASA Awards Financial Services, Banking & Funding category, small companies operating in the Financial Services, Banking & Funding industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    Fitness & Wellness
    In this BASA Awards Fitness & Wellness category, small companies operating in the Fitness & Wellness industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    Food & Beverage
    In this BASA Awards Food & Beverage category, small companies operating in the Food & Beverage industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    Franchise Opportunities
    In this BASA Awards Franchise Opportunities category, small companies operating in the Franchise Opportunities industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    Gaming
    In this BASA Awards Gaming category, small companies operating in the Gaming industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    Health Care & Medical Centers
    In this BASA Awards Health Care & Medical Centers category, small companies operating in the Health Care & Medical Centers industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    Insurance
    In this BASA Awards Insurance category, small companies operating in the Insurance industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    IT Managed Services
    In this BASA Awards IT Managed Services category, small companies operating in the IT Managed Services industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    IT Solutions & Support
    In this BASA Awards IT Solutions & Support category, small companies operating in the IT Solutions & Support industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    Legal Services
    In this BASA Awards Legal Services category, small companies operating in the Legal Services industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    Marketing Agency
    In this BASA Awards Marketing category, small companies operating in the Marketing industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    Manufacturing
    In this BASA Awards Manufacturing category, small companies operating in the Manufacturing industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    Nonprofit
    In this BASA Awards Nonprofit category, small companies operating in the Nonprofit industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    Office Supplies & Furniture
    In this BASA Awards Office Supplies & Furniture category, small companies operating in the Office Supplies & Furniture industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Payroll & HR
    In this BASA Awards Payroll & HR category, small companies operating in the Payroll & HR industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    Printing & Signs
    In this BASA Awards Printing & Signs category, small companies operating in the Printing & Signs industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    Professional Services
    In this BASA Awards Professional Services category, small companies operating in the Professional Services industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    Promotional Products
    In this BASA Awards Promotional Products category, small companies operating in the Promotional Products industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Public Relations
    In this BASA Awards Public Relations category, small companies operating in the Public Relations industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    Recruitment
    In this BASA Awards Recruitment category, small companies operating in the industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    Real Estate
    In this BASA Awards Real Estate category, small companies operating in the industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    Retail
    In this BASA Awards Retail category, small companies operating in the Retail industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    Security
    In this BASA Awards Security category, small companies operating in the Security industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    Software & CRM
    In this BASA Awards Software & CRM category, small companies operating in the Software & CRM industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    Sports
    In this BASA Awards Sports category, small companies operating in the industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    Staffing & HR
    In this BASA Awards Staffing & HR category, small companies operating in the Staffing & HR industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    Tech & AI
    In this BASA Awards Tech & AI category, small companies operating in the Tech & AI industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    Trade Show
    In this BASA Awards Trade Show category, small companies operating in the industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    Transportation, Shipping & Logistics
    In this BASA Awards Transportation, Shipping & Logistics category, small companies operating in the Transportation, Shipping & Logistics industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    Travel
    In this BASA Awards Travel category, small companies operating in the Travel industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    Utilities
    In this BASA Awards Utilities category, small companies operating in the Utilities industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    Video
    In this BASA Awards Video category, small companies operating in the Video industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.
    Winery
    In this BASA Awards Winery category, small companies operating in the Winery industry are invited to submit applications highlighting their accomplishments since 2023. The company's year of inception will not be considered for these categories; only its achievements from the beginning of 2023 will be. Canada-based companies only.

  • BEST STARTUP CATEGORIES

    Accountancy & Bookkeeping
    In the BASA Awards Startup in Accountancy & Bookkeeping category, small companies operating for less than 5 years in the accountancy and bookkeeping industry are invited to send their applications describing their accomplishments since 2023. Only Canada-based startups are eligible to win in this category.
    Advertising
    In the BASA Awards Startup in Advertising category, small companies operating for less than 5 years in the advertising industry are invited to send their applications describing their accomplishments since 2023. Only Canada-based startups are eligible to win in this category.
    Apparel & Fashion
    In the BASA Awards Startup in Apparel & Fashion category, small companies operating for less than 5 years in the apparel and fashion industry are invited to send their applications describing their accomplishments since 2023. Only Canada-based companies are eligible to win in this category.
    Beauty
    In the BASA Awards Startup in Beauty category, small companies operating for less than 5 years in the beauty industry are invited to send their applications describing their accomplishments since 2023. Only Canada-based companies are eligible to win in this category.
    Bitcoin, Crypto & Blockchain
    In the BASA Awards Startup in Bitcoin, Crypto & Blockchain category, small companies operating for less than 5 years in the Bitcoin, crypto, and blockchain industry are invited to send their applications describing their accomplishments since 2023. Only Canada-based companies are eligible to win in this category.
    Business Consulting
    In the BASA Awards Startup in Business Consulting category, small companies operating for less than 5 years in the business consulting industry are invited to send their applications describing their accomplishments since 2023. Only Canada-based companies are eligible to win in this category.
    Cannabis
    In the BASA Awards Startup in Cannabis category, small companies operating for less than 5 years in the cannabis industry are invited to send their applications describing their accomplishments since 2023. Only Canada-based companies are eligible to win in this category.
    Coaching
    In the BASA Awards Startup in Coaching category, small companies operating for less than 5 years in the coaching industry are invited to send their applications describing their accomplishments since 2023. Only Canada-based companies are eligible to win in this category.
    Computer & Office Equipment
    In the BASA Awards Startup in Computer & Office Equipment category, small companies operating for less than 5 years in the computer and office equipment industry are invited to send their applications describing their accomplishments since 2023. Only Canada-based companies are eligible to win in this category.
    Content & Publishing
    In the BASA Awards Startup in Content & Publishing category, small companies operating for less than 5 years in the content and publishing industry are invited to send their applications describing their accomplishments since 2023. Only Canada-based companies are eligible to win in this category.
    Construction
    In the BASA Awards Startup in Construction category, small companies operating for less than 5 years in the construction industry are invited to send their applications describing their accomplishments since 2023. Only Canada-based companies are eligible to win in this category.
    Design
    In the BASA Awards Startup in Design category, small companies operating for less than 5 years in the design industry are invited to send their applications describing their accomplishments since 2023. Only Canada-based companies are eligible to win in this category.
    eCommerce & Online Services
    In the BASA Awards Startup in eCommerce & Online Services category, small companies operating for less than 5 years in the eCommerce and online services industry are invited to send their applications describing their accomplishments since 2023. Only Canada-based companies are eligible to win in this category.
    Education & Training
    In the BASA Awards Startup in Education & Training category, small companies operating for less than 5 years in the education and training industry are invited to send their applications describing their accomplishments since 2023. Only Canada-based companies are eligible to win in this category.
    Events Management
    In the BASA Awards Startup in Events Management category, small companies operating for less than 5 years in the events management industry are invited to send their applications describing their accomplishments since 2023. Only Canada-based companies are eligible to win in this category.
    Financial Services, Banking & Funding
    In the BASA Awards Startup in Financial Services, Banking & Funding category, small companies operating for less than 5 years in the financial services, banking, and funding industry are invited to send their applications describing their accomplishments since 2023. Only Canada-based companies are eligible to win in this category.
    Financial Planners & Services
    In the BASA Awards Startup in Financial Planners & Services category, small companies operating for less than 5 years in the financial planning and services industry are invited to send their applications describing their accomplishments since 2023. Only Canada-based companies are eligible to win in this category.
    Fitness & Wellness
    In the BASA Awards Startup in Fitness and Wellness category, small companies operating for less than 5 years in the fitness and wellness industry are invited to send their applications describing their accomplishments since 2023. Only Canada-based companies are eligible to win in this category.
    Food & Beverage
    In the BASA Awards Startup in Food & Beverage category, small companies operating for less than 5 years in the food and beverage industry are invited to send their applications describing their accomplishments since 2023. Only Canada-based companies are eligible to win in this category.
    Gaming
    In the BASA Awards Startup in Gaming category, small companies operating for less than 5 years in the gaming industry are invited to submit applications detailing their accomplishments since 2023. Only Canada-based companies are eligible to win in this category.
    Health Care & Medical Centers
    In the BASA Awards Startup in Health Care & Medical Centers category, small companies operating for less than 5 years in the health care and medical centers industry are invited to send their applications describing their accomplishments since 2023. Only Canada-based companies are eligible to win in this category.
    Insurance
    In the BASA Awards Startup in Insurance category, small companies operating for less than 5 years in the insurance industry are invited to send their applications describing their accomplishments since 2023. Only Canada-based companies are eligible to win in this category.
    IT Managed Services
    In the BASA Awards Startup in IT Managed Services category, small companies operating for less than 5 years in the IT managed services industry are invited to submit applications describing their accomplishments since 2023. Only Canada-based companies are eligible to win in this category.
    IT Solutions & Support
    In the BASA Awards Startup in IT Solutions & Support category, small companies operating for less than 5 years in the IT solutions and support industry are invited to send their applications describing their accomplishments since 2023. Only Canada-based companies are eligible to win in this category.
    Legal Services
    In the BASA Awards Startup in Legal Services category, small companies operating for less than 5 years in the legal services industry are invited to send their applications describing their accomplishments since 2023. Only Canada-based companies are eligible to win in this category.
    Marketing Agency
    In the BASA Awards Startup in Marketing category, small companies operating for less than 5 years in the marketing industry are invited to send their applications describing their accomplishments since 2023. Only Canada-based companies are eligible to win in this category.
    Nonprofit
    In the BASA Awards Startup in Nonprofit category, small companies operating for less than 5 years in the nonprofit industry are invited to send their applications describing their accomplishments since 2023. Only Canada-based companies are eligible to win in this category.
    Office Supplies & Furniture
    In the BASA Awards Startup in Office Supplies & Furniture category, small companies operating for less than 5 years in the office supplies and furniture industry are invited to send their applications describing their accomplishments since 2023. Only Canada-based companies are eligible to win in this category.
    Payroll & HR
    In the BASA Awards Startup in Payroll & HR category, small companies operating for less than 5 years in the payroll and HR industry are invited to send their applications describing their accomplishments since 2023. Only Canada-based companies are eligible to win in this category.
    Printing & Signs
    In the BASA Awards Startup in Printing & Signs category, small companies operating for less than 5 years in the printing and signs industry are invited to send their applications describing their accomplishments since 2023. Only Canada-based companies are eligible to win in this category.
    Professional Services
    In the BASA Awards Startup in Professional Services category, small companies operating for less than 5 years in the professional services industry are invited to send their applications describing their accomplishments since 2023. Only Canada-based companies are eligible to win in this category.
    Promotional Products
    In the BASA Awards Startup in Promotional Products category, small companies operating for less than 5 years in the promotional products industry are invited to send their applications describing their accomplishments since 2023. Only Canada-based companies are eligible to win in this category.
    Public Relations
    In the BASA Awards Startup in Public Relations category, small companies operating for less than 5 years in the public relations industry are invited to send their applications describing their accomplishments since 2023. Only Canada-based companies are eligible to win in this category.
    Real Estate
    In the BASA Awards Startup in Real Estate category, small companies operating for less than 5 years in the real estate industry are invited to submit applications detailing their accomplishments since 2023. Only Canada-based companies are eligible to win in this category.
    Recruitment
    In the BASA Awards Startup in Recruitment category, small companies operating for less than 5 years in the recruitment industry are invited to send their applications describing their accomplishments since 2023. Only Canada-based companies are eligible to win in this category.
    Retail
    In the BASA Awards Startup in Retail category, small companies operating for less than 5 years in the retail industry are invited to send their applications describing their accomplishments since 2023. Only Canada-based companies are eligible to win in this category.
    Security
    In the BASA Awards Startup in Security category, small companies operating for less than 5 years in the security industry are invited to send their applications describing their accomplishments since 2023. Only Canada-based companies are eligible to win in this category.
    Software & CRM
    In the BASA Awards Startup in Software & CRM category, small companies operating for less than 5 years in the software and CRM industry are invited to send their applications describing their accomplishments since 2023. Only Canada-based companies are eligible to win in this category.
    Sports
    In the BASA Awards Startup in Sports category, small companies operating for less than 5 years in the sports industry are invited to send their applications describing their accomplishments since 2023. Only Canada-based companies are eligible to win in this category.
    Staffing & HR Agency
    In the BASA Awards Startup in Staffing & HR category, small companies operating for less than 5 years in the staffing and HR industry are invited to send their applications describing their accomplishments since 2023. Only Canada-based companies are eligible to win in this category.
    Tech & AI
    In the BASA Awards Startup in Tech & AI category, small companies operating for less than 5 years in the tech & AI industry are invited to submit applications describing their accomplishments since 2023. Only Canada-based companies are eligible to win in this category.
    Travel
    In the BASA Awards Startup in Travel category, small companies operating for less than 5 years in the travel industry are invited to submit applications describing their accomplishments since 2023. Only Canada-based companies are eligible to win in this category.
    Video
    In the BASA Awards Startup in Video category, small companies operating for less than 5 years in the video industry are invited to send their applications describing their accomplishments since 2023. Only Canada-based companies are eligible to win in this category.

  • BEST Entrepreneurs CATEGORIES

    Accountancy & Bookkeeping
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Accountancy & Bookkeeping category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the accountancy and bookkeeping industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements. Canada-based companies only.
    Advertising
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Advertising category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the advertising industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Apparel & Fashion
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Apparel & Fashion category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the apparel and fashion industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Beauty
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Beauty category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the beauty industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Biotechnology
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Biotechnology category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the biotech industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Bitcoin, Crypto & Blockchain
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Bitcoin, Crypto & Blockchain category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Brewery
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Brewery category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the brewery industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Business Consulting
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Business Consulting category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the business consulting industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Coaching
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Coaching category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the coaching industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Computer & Office Equipment
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Computer & Office Equipment category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the computer and office equipment industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Construction
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Construction category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the construction industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Content and Publishing
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Content and Publishing category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the content and publishing industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Design
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Design category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the design industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    eCommerce & Online Services
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in eCommerce & Online Services category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the eCommerce and online services industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Education & Training
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Education & Training category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the education and training industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Energy
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Energy category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the energy industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Events Management
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Events Management category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the events management industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Financial Planners & Services
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Financial Planners & Services category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the financial planning and services industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Financial Services, Banking & Funding
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Financial Services, Banking & Funding category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the financial services, banking and funding industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Fitness & Wellness
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Fitness & Wellness category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the fitness and wellness industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Food & Beverage
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Food & Beverage category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the food and beverage industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Franchise Opportunities
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Franchise Opportunities category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the franchise opportunities industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Gaming
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Gaming category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the gaming industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Health Care & Medical Centers
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Health Care & Medical Centers category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the health care and medical centers industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Insurance
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Insurance category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the insurance industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    IT Managed Services
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in IT Managed Services category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the IT managed services industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    IT Solutions & Support
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in IT Solutions & Support category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the IT solutions and support industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Legal Services
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Legal Services category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the legal services industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Marketing Agency
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Marketing category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the marketing industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Manufacturing
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Manufacturing category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the manufacturing industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Nonprofit
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Nonprofit category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the nonprofit industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Office Supplies & Furniture
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Office Supplies & Furniture category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the office supplies and furniture industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Payroll & HR
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Payroll & HR category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the payroll and HR industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Printing & Signs
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Printing & Signs category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the printing and signs industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Professional Services
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Professional Services category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the professional services industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Promotional Products
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Promotional Products category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the promotional products industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Public Relations
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Public Relations category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the public relations industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Real Estate
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Real Estate category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the real estate industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Recruitment
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Recruitment category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the recruitment industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Retail
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Retail category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the retail industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Security
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Security category highlights outstanding achievements by founding teams of small businesses or individual entrepreneurs in the security industry since 2023. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Software & CRM
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Software & CRM category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the software and CRM industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Sports
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Sports category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the sports industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Staffing & HR
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Staffing & HR category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the staffing and HR industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Tech & AI
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Tech & AI category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the tech & AI industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Trade Show
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Trade Show category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the trade show industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Transportation, Shipping & Logistics
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Transportation, Shipping & Logistics category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the transportation, shipping, and logistics industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Travel
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Travel category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the travel, hotels and destinations industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Utilities
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Utilities category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the utilities industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Video
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Video category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the video industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.
    Winery
    The BASA Awards Entrepreneur in Winery category highlights outstanding achievements of small businesses’ founding teams or individual entrepreneurs that have taken place since 2023 in the winery industry. The company’s year of inception will not be considered for these categories, only their achievements since 2023. Canada-based companies only.

  • BEST IN CLASS CATEGORIES

    Family Business
    The BASA Awards Family Small Business category is a great opportunity to recognize family-owned firms that have distinguished themselves with their business accomplishments and contributions to the local community. To qualify, the company must have at least two family members actively involved in the business. Only their achievements since 2023 will be considered. Canada-based companies only.
    Women-Led Business
    The BASA Awards Women-Led Small Business category honors outstanding female founders who have brought about significant organizational change in their small business. To qualify, the company must have at least one female founder actively involved in the business. Only their achievements since 2023 will be considered. Canada-based companies only.
    Minority-Owned Business
    The BASA Awards Minority-Owned Small Business category honors the accomplishments of an outstanding small business owned by a member or members of a minority group. The business must be based in Canada and at least 51% owned or controlled by one or more individuals who belong to minority groups. Only their achievements since 2023 will be considered.
    Veteran-Owned Business
    The BASA Awards Veteran-Owned Small Business category honors the accomplishments of an outstanding small business owned by a member or former member of the Canadian Forces. Only their achievements since 2023 will be considered. The business must be based in Canada and at least 51% owned or controlled by one or more individuals who are or were members of the Canadian Forces.
    LGTBQIA+ Owned Business
    The BASA Awards LGBTQIA+ Owned Small Business category recognizes an LGBTQIA+-owned small business that has attained outstanding business achievements and exemplifies the significant contributions made by LGBTQIA+-owned businesses in the country. The business must be at least 51% owned or controlled by one or more individuals who identify as part of the LGBTQIA+ community (including transgender and non-binary/gender non-conforming individuals) and are Canadian residents. The business must also have management and daily operations controlled by at least one LGBTQIA+-identifying individual. Only their achievements since 2023 will be considered.
    Disability-Owned Business
    The BASA Awards Disability-Owned Small Business category honors the accomplishments of an outstanding small business that is at least 51% owned, operated, and controlled by one or more individuals with a disability. Only their achievements since 2023 will be considered. The business must be based in Canada.

  • BEST CAMPAIGN CATEGORIES

    Social Media Campaign of the Year
    The BASA Awards Social Media Campaign category recognizes the best social media campaign that took place since 2023. Canada-based small businesses only.
    Marketing Campaign of the Year
    The BASA Awards Marketing Campaign category recognizes the best marketing campaign that took place since 2023. Canada-based small businesses only.
    PR Campaign of the Year
    The BASA Awards PR Campaign category recognizes the best public relations campaign that took place since 2023. Canada-based small businesses only.
    Disruptor Product or Campaign of the Year
    The BASA Awards Disruptor Product and Campaign category honors the accomplishments of outstanding product-related initiatives that were launched or took place since 2023. Canada-based small businesses only.
    Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Initiative of the Year
    The BASA Awards DEI Initiative category recognizes the best diversity, equity, and inclusion initiative. Participants in this category will be required to send one or more of their initiatives that took place since 2023, demonstrating the organization’s diversity and inclusion of their customers, suppliers, employees, partners, and other stakeholders. Canada-based small businesses only.
    Sustainability-Green Initiative of the year
    The BASA Awards Sustainability Initiative category recognizes the sustainability initiative that took place since 2023. Participants in this category are invited to send one or more of their initiatives, demonstrating experiences created for the purpose of advocating sustainable development or promoting environmentally friendly practices. Canada-based small businesses only.
    CSR Initiative of the Year
    The BASA Awards CSR Initiative category recognizes a worthy campaign, initiative, event, or experience that contributed to the improvement of the social, environmental, and economic development of local communities or society at large since 2023. Canada-based small businesses only.
    Fundraising Nonprofit Campaign of the Year
    The BASA Awards Fundraising Non-Profit Campaign category honors the accomplishments of a meaningful and effective fundraising and charity campaign in Canada that occurred since 2023.
    Investors Campaign of the Year
    The BASA Awards Investors Campaign category recognizes the accomplishments of one or more successful investor-related initiatives that occurred since 2023. The initiatives may be related to capital increases, mergers or acquisitions, corporate expansion, divestitures, etc. Canada-based small businesses only.

  • BEST IN TECH CATEGORIES

    Technology of the Year
    The BASA Awards Technology category acknowledges the best tech solution that has demonstrated significant achievements, results, or milestones since 2023, from geeky new gadgets to high-tech equipment and more. Small businesses participating in this category will be required to describe the technology’s origin, development, breakthroughs, achievements, results, and practical applications. Canada-based companies only.
    APP of the Year
    The BASA Awards APP category acknowledges the best APP that has demonstrated significant achievements, results, or milestones since 2023. Small businesses participating in this category are invited to describe the APP’s origin, development, breakthroughs, achievements, results, and practical applications. Canada-based companies only.
    AI of the Year
    The BASA Awards AI category recognizes the best AI solution that has demonstrated significant achievements, results, or milestones since 2023. Small businesses participating in this category are invited to describe the AI solution’s origin, development, breakthroughs, achievements, results, and practical applications. Canada-based companies only.
    Website of the Year
    The BASA Awards Website category acknowledges the best website that has demonstrated significant achievements, results, or milestones since 2023. Small businesses participating in this category will be required to describe the website’s origin, development, achievements, results, and practical applications. Canada-based companies only.
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