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The FirstOntario 1Awards are offering $190,000 in prizes.
The FirstOntario 1Awards small business competition is locally owned and grown, created by a network of nearby businesses 13 years ago to reward and recognize hardworking entrepreneurs who are committed to long-term success and who show care for their community.
This year’s prize pool consists of $190,000 – $20,000 cash and $170,000 in professional, in-kind services.
Eligible businesses have been in operation for more than two years, employ a maximum of 50 people with a home base in Hamilton, Halton, Brant, Niagara or surrounding areas.
Apply today! Successful applicants will move onto the next round and pitch to a panel of judges who have a unique understanding of what it takes to succeed.
Applications open
Interactive workshop for finalists care of The Thornton Group
Pitch day at (formerly) Tim Hortons Field
Winner reveal: breakfast gala hosted by Carmen’s Event Centre
Professional services are provided by 1Awards partners. Think about how they could benefit your business.
Agro Zaffiro |
Get assistance with commercial leases, real estate purchases, employee contracts, handbooks and workplace policies. Get advice on corporate and employment law matters, health and safety directives, human rights and accommodations of employees, terminations, layoffs, WSIB, statutory leaves and work from home policies. |
KPMG |
Experts will help you identify government grant programs, incentives and how federal and provincial tax rules might affect you and your business. Get a business model review to help identify initiatives to support your objectives. |
Play |
Take advantage of specialized support with marketing, communications, digital strategies and web design. |
Giant Shoe Creative |
Partner with experts in media production to craft compelling narratives that reach and resonate with your audience. |
The Hamilton Spectator |
Winners take home a free print advertising package with a total value of $30,000. |
Mohawk Centre for Entrepreneurship |
Enjoy access to Surge Mentorship, Mohawk services and merchandise, podcast and broadcast services, badging program and micro-centre services through the Agency and the Consultancy. |
Weever |
Receive a business consultation package in the areas of finance, HR and sales to help answer questions and guide you through your next stage of growth. |
Get assistance with commercial leases, real estate purchases, employee contracts, handbooks and workplace policies. Get advice on corporate and employment law matters, healthy and safety directives, human rights and accommodations of employees, terminations, layoffs, WSIB, statutory leaves and work from home policies.
Get assistance in identifying government grant programs, incentives and how federal and provincial tax rules might affect you and your business. Get a business model review to help identify initiatives to support your objectives.
Enjoy access to Surge Mentorship, Mohawk services and merchandise, podcast and broadcast services, badging program and micro-centre services through the Agency and the Consultancy.
Take advantage of specialized support with marketing, communications, digital strategies and web design.
Partner with experts in media production to craft compelling narratives that reach and resonate with your audience.
Take advantage of a free print advertising package with a total value of $30,000.
Receive a business consultation package in the areas of finance, HR and sales to help answer questions and guide you through your next stage of growth.
Finalists get 15 minutes plus a quick question and answer period to make your application come to life.
Tell the judges who you are and what you love to do!
Use numbers, examples and samples to show what you’ve already accomplished.
Explain what you need to keep going and how the 1Awards prizes can help.
Proudly show your dedication to your community!
Successful applicants will be contacted by email.
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