About The Scarborough Business Association
Emerging Business / Start-Up of the Year
Emerging Business / Start-Up of the Year
Emerging Business / Start-Up of the Year
Celebrates a new business showing strong growth, innovation, and early success.
Criteria:
- Under 5 years in operation
- Early traction or growth
- Innovative model or product
- Strong future potential
Innovation & Technology
Emerging Business / Start-Up of the Year
Emerging Business / Start-Up of the Year
Recognizes tech-forward businesses driving progress through new solutions or advanced systems.
Criteria:
- Use or creation of innovative tech
- Measurable impact or improvement
- Contribution to Scarborough’s tech ecosystem
Creative & Cultural Industry
Emerging Business / Start-Up of the Year
Creative & Cultural Industry
Honours organizations elevating Scarborough’s arts, culture, media, or creative identity.
Criteria:
- Creative or cultural sector business
- Strong audience/community impact
- Innovation in creative work
Manufacturing
Emerging Business / Start-Up of the Year
Creative & Cultural Industry
Celebrates manufacturers leading in quality, innovation, and economic contribution.
Criteria:
- Excellence in production or process
- Job creation or sector growth
- Safety, sustainability, or efficiency
Food & Beverage Industry
Community Impact & Leadership
Retail & Service Business
Recognizes standout food businesses shaping Scarborough’s diverse culinary scene.
Criteria:
- Quality and consistency
- Customer engagement
- Culinary innovation or authenticity
Retail & Service Business
Community Impact & Leadership
Retail & Service Business
Honours retailers and service providers delivering exceptional customer experience and community value.
Criteria:
- Customer satisfaction
- Operational strength
- Community involvement
- Service innovation
Community Impact & Leadership
Community Impact & Leadership
Community Impact & Leadership
Spotlights organizations making a meaningful difference through programs, partnerships, or local leadership.
Criteria:
- Measurable community benefit
- Leadership in inclusion or development
- Strong local partnerships
Business of the Year
Community Impact & Leadership
Community Impact & Leadership
The top honour for a business excelling in performance, innovation, and community leadership.
Criteria:
- Strong operational results
- Proven innovation
- Community impact
- Excellence in service and leadership
business excellence awards nomination committee
Ian Brown
Glenn De Baeremaeker
Jesse Asido
Business Retention & Expansion (Scarborough), City of Toronto Economic Development & Culture. Founding Member, Scarborough Business Association.
Jesse Asido
Glenn De Baeremaeker
Jesse Asido
Founder, Scarborough Spots
Glenn De Baeremaeker
Glenn De Baeremaeker
Glenn De Baeremaeker
Chair, Scarborough Walk of Fame and former Scarborough Councillor and Toronto Deputy Mayor (East)
Sarah Somer
Glenn De Baeremaeker
Glenn De Baeremaeker
Director of Partnerships & Community Engagement,
Scarborough Business Association
Join us on April 30 for the Mayor’s Gala & Business Excellence Awards—returning after more than 20 years to celebrate the incredible businesses and leaders shaping our community. Ticket sales end April 15. ✨