Frequently Asked Questions

Simply visit our nominations page and submit the business information through our online nomination form. Nominations can be submitted by customers, community members, supporters, or business owners themselves.

Yes. Business owners are welcome to nominate their own business and encourage customers, supporters, and community members to participate as well.

You may nominate multiple businesses. We encourage you to recognize businesses that have made a positive impact in your community.

While businesses may qualify for multiple categories, we recommend selecting the category that best represents their primary products or services.

No. Submitting a nomination is completely free.

Nomination deadlines vary by season. Please visit our homepage or follow our updates to stay informed about important dates and announcements.

An Official Nominee is a business that has received the required level of community support and has advanced to the first stage of recognition within the Canadian Choice Award program.

Businesses become Official Nominees after receiving verified nominations and meeting the requirements established by the Canadian Choice Award program.

Official Nominees receive recognition for their achievement, access to an Official Nominee Badge, promotional graphics, increased visibility, and the opportunity to advance through the awards process.

Businesses selected as Official Nominees are notified directly and will also receive information regarding recognition assets and next steps.

Yes. Official Nominees are eligible to advance to the Top 3 Finalist stage through the evaluation process.

Official Nominees are evaluated based on factors such as reputation, customer feedback, service quality, community impact, and overall excellence within their category.

Being named a Top 3 Finalist means your business has been recognized among the leading businesses in your category and city.

Top 3 Finalists receive recognition as a leading business in their category, a Top 3 Finalist Badge, promotional graphics, enhanced credibility, and increased visibility.

Our evaluation process considers multiple factors including customer reviews, reputation, service quality, business achievements, and community impact.

Finalists are announced following the completion of the nominee review process. Specific dates are announced each season.

Yes. Winners are selected from the Top 3 Finalists within each category and city.

Winners are selected through a comprehensive evaluation process that may include questionnaire responses, customer reviews, community feedback, notable achievements, reputation, and demonstrated contributions to their community.

Winners receive the highest level of recognition within the Canadian Choice Award program, including an Official Winner Badge, Digital Winner Marketing Kit, National Recognition, recognition opportunities, and additional benefits designed to showcase their achievement.

Yes. Official Canadian Choice Award trophies and certificates are available for purchase and serve as a lasting way to commemorate your achievement.

Yes. Winners are recognized through official Canadian Choice Award channels and featured as Canadian Choice Award Winners.

Winners are announced following the completion of the final evaluation process. Announcement dates vary by season and are communicated through official Canadian Choice Award channels.

The Canadian Choice Award Gala is an annual celebration that brings together business owners, entrepreneurs, professionals, and community leaders from across Canada to recognize excellence and achievement.

No. Attendance at the Gala is not required to become a Canadian Choice Award Winner.

Gala tickets can be purchased through the official Canadian Choice Award website when ticket sales become available.

The Canadian Choice Award Gala is a Black Tie event. Guests are encouraged to dress in formal evening attire.

Canadian Choice Award is a national recognition program that celebrates outstanding businesses, professionals, and organizations across Canada for their excellence, service, reputation, and community impact.

Businesses progress through a recognition journey that includes Nominations, Official Nominee status, Top 3 Finalist selection, and ultimately Winner recognition.

Yes. Participation in the nomination and recognition process is free. Optional products, services, and event experiences may be available for purchase.

Yes. Canadian Choice Award recognizes businesses and organizations from communities across Canada.

You can stay informed by subscribing to updates through our website and following Canadian Choice Award on social media.

You can reach our team through the Contact page on our website. We are happy to assist with any questions regarding nominations, recognition, or the awards process.