Meet the Finalists
Introducing your Top 3 Finalists in the 2024 Small Business BC Awards.
It takes a community to grow a small business. It also takes a community to win our People’s Choice Award. This unique award category is presented to a BC-based small business that can demonstrate the unwavering and loyal support of their community. The criteria for winning is simple: Get more votes than any other nominee.
Mint Cleaning
Ucluelet
UclueletLocated in Ucluelet, Mint Cleaning offers small batch cleaning products that optimize results while being eco-friendly, all-natural and non-toxic.
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West Coast Karma
Courtenay
CourtenayWest Coast Karma strives to create unique, comfortable clothing and accessories decorated with hand drawn, nature inspired designs. They source local and ethically made clothing as much as possible, with a focus on building their local economy and bringing community together in a supportive and inclusive way.
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BAK'D Cookies
New Westminster
New WestminsterFounded in April 2020, BAK'D Cookies is a brother and sister owned company that makes 5 oz gourmet cookies. BAK’D cookies are not like your typical cookies. They are BIG cookies, made locally, with high quality ingredients.
Learn MoreOur Business Impact Award honours the businesses that go beyond their bottom line and make a meaningful impact in their communities. For this business, it’s not just about profit margins; it’s about purpose, passion, and a commitment to creating positive change.
Ahous Adventures
Tofino
TofinoAhous Adventures invites visitors to explore Ahousaht territories through the lens of the people who have lived on and stewarded their lands and waters since time immemorial.
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Employ to Empower
Vancouver
VancouverEmploy to Empower is a Vancouver-based charity that empowers people to overcome barriers through entrepreneurship. They focus on providing personalized support for those facing barriers.
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Sea to Sky Sourdough Bred
Whistler
WhistlerSea to Sky Sourdough Bred is a plant-based bakery located in Whistler Creekside. They are a previous winner of our Best Youth Entrepreneur category.
Learn MoreWhether you’re selling gourmet goodies or trendy trinkets, our E-Commerce Experience Award is perfect for your business. This Award goes to the BC small business that’s succeeding online and providing a best-in-class experience for their customers.
Atome Bakery
Vancouver
VancouverAtome Bakery is the first French-inspired artisan online bakery delivery company in North America. They ship subscription boxes of ready-to-bake frozen sourdough bread and pastries to your door.
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Sapiens Child Design Inc.
Vancouver
VancouverBased in Vancouver, Sapiens Child is a family-owned brand dedicated to crafting high-quality, Montessori-inspired furniture that's purpose-built for kids.
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Smoking Gun Coffee Roasters
Chilliwack
ChilliwackSmoking Gun Coffee Roasters offers locally roasted, ethically sourced, small-batch coffee roasted locally in Chilliwack.
Learn MoreOur Best Youth Entrepreneur Award spotlights the next generation of business leaders who have taken the entrepreneurial plunge at a young age. These game-changers have turned passion into profit through grit, hustle, and ingenuity.
Noble Yoga
Vernon
VernonNoble Yoga is a yoga and integrative multi-sensory wellness studio and community hub in Vernon, BC. They also offer an in-house retail boutique offering premium yoga clothing.
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CAYA Health Clinic
Vancouver
VancouverCAYA Health Clinic is on a mission to create safe spaces that empower and support people in their journeys toward better mental, physical, and social health.
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AWL Together Leather
Vancouver
VancouverAwl Together Leather is a custom leatherwork and shoe repair studio located in East Vancouver, BC, co-owned by Ariss Grutter and Tess Gobeil.
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