25th Burnaby Business Excellence Awards Winners
On November 14, close to 400 business, government, and community leaders gathered to celebrate Burnaby’s vibrant business ecosystem at the 25th annual Burnaby Business Excellence Awards.
Now in its 25th year, the Burnaby Business Excellence Awards, a joint initiative of the City of Burnaby and the Burnaby Board of Trade continue to highlight and celebrate the success stories and innovations that drive Burnaby’s growth. This year’s awards recognized excellence across five key categories: corporate social responsibility, environmental sustainability, workplace culture, innovation, and entrepreneurship.
Additionally, four top honours were awarded, celebrating the year’s outstanding non-profit, businessperson, small business, and large business of the year.
The event showcased an impressive lineup of finalists and winners, including dynamic businesses, visionary entrepreneurs, and impactful not-for-profit organizations. These honorees reflect the diversity, innovation, and commitment within Burnaby’s thriving business community. The BBOT draws inspiration each year from the many stories of resilience, bold decision-making, and forward-thinking business practices that enrich the community.
On November 14, close to 400 business, government, and community leaders gathered to celebrate Burnaby’s vibrant business ecosystem at the 25th annual Burnaby Business Excellence Awards. Now in its 25th year, the Burnaby Business Excellence Awards, a joint initiative of the City of Burnaby and the Burnaby Board of Trade continue to highlight and celebrate the success stories and innovations that drive Burnaby’s growth. This year’s awards recognized excellence across five key categories: corporate social responsibility, environmental sustainability, workplace culture, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Additionally, four top honours were awarded, celebrating the year’s outstanding non-profit, businessperson, small business, and large business of the year. The event showcased an impressive lineup of finalists and winners, including dynamic businesses, visionary entrepreneurs, and impactful not-for-profit organizations. These honorees reflect the diversity, innovation, and commitment within Burnaby’s thriving business community. The BBOT draws inspiration each year from the many stories of resilience, bold decision-making, and forward-thinking business practices that enrich the community.
“Burnaby’s business community exemplifies resilience and innovation. Our finalists and winners are setting benchmarks in their fields and impacting the community in countless ways,” said Angie Whitfield, CEO of the Burnaby Board of Trade. “This event is a celebration of the hard work, creativity, and commitment of Burnaby’s businesses and nonprofits, each of which has contributed to making our community stronger, more inclusive, and more sustainable. Congratulations to this year’s honorees—your achievements are worth celebrating.”
The evening’s celebrations included Ballard Power's induction into the Burnaby Business Hall of Fame. This prestigious honour, jointly awarded by the BBOT and the City of Burnaby, recognizes a long-standing Burnaby-based business that has demonstrated exceptional success and made significant contributions to the community over the years. Pacific Link College sponsored the award. The BBOT extends its gratitude to the event’s sponsors, volunteers, and staff who made the 2024 celebration of Burnaby’s business excellence possible.
The 2024 Burnaby Business Excellence Awards winners are:
Burnaby Community Spirit: Microserve
Sponsored by: City of Burnaby
Business Innovation: Keystone Environmental
Sponsored by: BCIT School of Business + Media
Entrepreneurial Spirit: Beta Collective
Sponsored by: TD Insurance
Environmental Sustainability: pH7 Technologies
Sponsored by: BMO
Healthy, Diverse & Inclusive Workplace: Para Space Landscaping
Sponsored by: Pacific Blue Cross
Not-For-Profit Organization of the Year: Dixon Transition Society
Sponsored by: ABC Recycling
Businessperson of the Year: Dr. Allen Eaves – STEMCELL Technologies
Sponsored by: Trans Mountain
Business of the Year (up to 50 employees): Symbiosis Pediatric Therapy
Sponsored by: Prospera Credit Union
Business of the Year: STEMCELL Technologies
Sponsored by: Beedie Development
BACKGROUNDER
About the Burnaby Board of TradeThe Burnaby Board of Trade (BBOT) is Burnaby’s most active business networking, advocacy and economic development organization. Working closely with the municipality, its members, and various community stakeholders, the BBOT supports the growth of the business both locally and internationally and fosters a sustainable business environment through networking, education, advocacy and development. The BBOT continually focuses on ‘making business better’ by providing its membership with insightful leadership, advocacy, education and a platform for collaboration. For more information about the Burnaby Board of Trade, visit bbot.ca.
About the Burnaby Business Excellence Awards
The Burnaby Business Excellence Awards is an initiative of the Burnaby Board of Trade and the City of Burnaby. It honours and celebrates businesses, entrepreneurs, and not-for-profit organizations that contribute to the local economy and community. Now in its 25th year, the BBEAs represent the highest business honour in Burnaby. The BBEA events, culminating in the annual awards gala, are the top business events in the city.
Contact:
Robyn Hastings Robyn@bbot.ca
Marketing & Communications Manager
Burnaby Board of Trade (604) 412-0100