As the voice of east Surrey’s business community, the Cloverdale District Chamber of Commerce (CDCOC) is thrilled to announce nominations for the 2026 Clovies Awards are now open! The winners will be unveiled at the Clovies Awards Gala on November 12, 2026, at Northview Golf and Country Club.
“We receive hundreds of nominations from members of our business community and this year we are thrilled to continue this tradition,” says Chamber Executive Director Scott Wheatley.
Nominations are open it the following categories:
Business Excellence Large Business (20+ Employees)
Honours a larger business that exemplifies superior customer service while embracing innovation and providing a positive work environment for its employees to grow and develop.
Business Excellence Medium Business (10 – 19 Employees)
Honours a medium business that exemplifies superior customer service while embracing innovation and providing a positive work environment for its employees to grow and develop.
Business Excellence Small Business (1-9 Employees)
Honours a small business that exemplifies superior customer service while embracing innovation and providing a positive work environment for its employees to grow and develop.
Not-For-Profit Organization of the Year
Honours a non-profit organization, which may include a charity, community association or society, that is making significant strides within its sphere of influence and adding value to the community.
New Business of the Year
Honours a “start-up” with a minimum of six (6) months to a maximum of twenty-four (24) months since incorporation and is achieving outstanding results in a short period of time.
Young Entrepreneur of the Year
Recognizes a young “rising star”, 39 years of age or younger with entrepreneurial instincts, who is making a difference within his/her organization and the community.
Excellence in Diversity, Equality and Inclusivity
Honours an organization that has made commitments to address societal disparity and injustice, and established or expanded diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives for their current and future workforce.
Indigenous Business of the Year
Honours an organization that is majority Indigenous owned and is making strides putting reconciliation into action and supporting youth.
Women Led Business of the Year
Honours a company that has a founder, co-founder, or in an executive position, and have women play an active role in both strategic or day-to-day decision making.
Bill Reid Memorial Business Person of the Year
Recognizes an individual with proven business acumen, who promotes the community at every opportunity and is an inspirational leader within his/her organization.
Since 2015, the Clovies awards gala event has brought together more than 200 business and community leaders to recognize and celebrate the achievements of our nominee finalists and unveil the winners. The gala features a live and silent auction, on-site entertainment and a gourmet dinner.
Visit theclovies.com to nominate a deserving business today! Deadline is July 31, 2026.