Requirements
Nominees submit only once for the 2024 Halifax Business Awards (with one exception: Business Leader nominees may also apply in one other category for their organization). If you are nominated in multiple categories, choose the one that most applies.
If you are nominated multiple times in the same category, you only need to complete one submission.
Eligibility Requirements
- Nominees must be a registered not-for-profit located and operating in HRM.
- Minimum 51% of staff must work in HRM.
- Minimum 51% of activities and funds must be raised in HRM.
- Nominees must work to achieve social and/or cultural and economic outcomes, as well as to generate sufficient cash flow to continue to support their causes.
By completing this submission, you confirm that you meet the eligibility criteria for the selected category and accept the nomination.
NOTE: We appreciate the work that goes into completing a submission, but only those selected as finalists will be notified of their status once judging is complete. Further, Due to the volume that we receive, we are unable to provide feedback on individual submissions once judging is complete.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Tell us about your organization. Help us understand who you are and what you do. | 16.7% |
| How does your organization demonstrate innovation in services or programs to meet changing demands in the Halifax community? | 16.7% |
| What does your organization do to achieve originality and sustainability in generating income or securing funding? | 16.7% |
| How does your organization demonstrate strong and accountable governance and leadership? | 16.7% |
| What are your business' objectives and how do you use your resources effectively to achieve these goals? | 16.7% |
| How is your organization supporting and advancing diversity, equity, accessibility and inclusion in your workplace and with the community and people you serve? | 16.7% |