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BBB Alberta & East Kootenay Torch Awards

The BBB Torch Awards is an annual celebration to honour exceptional businesses and nonprofits in the community for their outstanding ethical business practices and commitment to character, culture, customers and community

Are you a business owner under 35 or operating a business less than 3 years old? Click here to learn more about our SPARK AWARDS.

Torch Award winners

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Security Shutter Ltd.

2024 Torch Award for Small Size Business

Owner of Allmakes Auto Repair holds up 2024 Torch Award
Allmakes Auto Repair

2024 Torch Award for Medium Size Business

Owner of Groundworks holds up his 2024 Torch Award with a big smile
Groundworks

2024 Torch Award for Large Size Business

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Chestermere Heating & Cooling

2023 Torch Award for Small Size Business

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Power Properties

2023 Torch Award for Medium Size Business

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Calgary Elite Roofing

2023 Torch Award for Large Size Business

2022 Torch Award Winner for Small Business Award
Evergreen Theatre and Community SPACES

2022 Torch Award for Small Size Business

2022 Torch Award Winner for Medium/Large Business Award
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2022 Torch Award for Medium/Large Size Business

2021 Torch Award for Small Business Winner
24/7 Electric

2021 Torch Award for Small Size Business

Award presentation
2021 Torch Award for Medium/Large Business Winner
Bromwich+Smith

2021 Torch Award for Medium/Large Size Business 

Award presentation

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2024 Torch Award Judges

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Dan Olesen

Dan Olesen is an enthusiastic leader in career education development and stakeholder relations, with over 20 years of experience connecting individuals to career opportunities in high-demand fields such as skilled trades, software development, and digital design.

Sharlene Massie Judge
Sharlene Massie

Sharlene Massi is author of High Fives and Compromise, 25 Lessons in 25 Years. Her workplace training courses include small business week, Boss School, how to be an exceptional employee, immigrant assistance courses, and entrepreneurial courses at various schools and not-for-profits have helped thousands of business owners and candidates.

Tomasia DaSilva Judge
Tomasia DaSilva

Tomasia DaSilva is a veteran journalist and communicator. For more than 30 years she has been informing Canadians and advocating for local business and consumers. A graduate of SAIT, she has worked in TV, radio and online across Western Canada and has been recognized with several national and regional awards for her tireless work.