Local governments that go out of their way to champion the growth of small businesses will be celebrated with a new, annual provincewide award.
Applications for the award will be evaluated based on the following achievements:
* Reducing regulatory barriers.
* Enhancing small business competitiveness.
* Recognizing small business' contribution to their community.
* Supporting climate action initiatives, which benefit small business.
The small business sector is a key economic driver in B.C., employing more than a million people and providing nearly 57 per cent of all private-sector jobs in British Columbia.
The submission deadline is Wednesday, June 15. Up to three finalists per region will be selected by August 2011. The awards will be announced in October during Small Business Month.
