Top 10 BC Immigrant Award 2025

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Top 10 BC Immigrant Award 2025 – BC, Canada

South Asia Expo in Canada’s ‘Top 10 BC Immigrant Award 2025’ honors the outstanding achievements and contributions of immigrants in British Columbia. This esteemed award acknowledges individuals who have made significant impacts across various sectors, which strengthen BC’s cultural and economic structure. By celebrating these great accomplishments, the award supports diversity and inspires others to reach their full potential.

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Strategic Goals

Our Objectives

South Asia Expo in Canada 2025 aims to recognize and celebrate outstanding achievements through the Top 10 BC Immigrant Award. Our objectives focus on celebrating excellence and inspiring future leaders within the immigrant community.

Celebration of Outstanding Achievements

South Asia Expo’s Top 10 BC Immigrant Award recognizes the great accomplishments of immigrants who have significantly contributed to the region’s communities and industries. Individuals who have earned this recognition have shown hard work and dedication.

Encourage Cultural Diversity and Inclusion

South Asia Expo is committed to celebrating the cultural diversity that immigrants bring to British Columbia. This award emphasizes the importance of diversity in developing a prosperous, multicultural society.

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Advancement of Social Integration and Unity

Promoting social integration and unity is the purpose of the Top 10 BC Immigrant Award and South Asia Expo 2025. By celebrating the achievements of immigrants, we help build a more productive and harmonious society.

Supporting Economic Growth and Innovation

Immigrants play a crucial role in contributing to economic growth and advancement of new technologies in British Columbia. The Top 10 BC Immigrant Award recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to the province’s economy.

Strengthen Community Engagement

This award strengthens community relationships by recognizing those who actively contribute to the well-being and development of their local communities. By honoring their efforts, the South Asia Expo and BC Immigrant Awards inspire others to get involved and make a valuable contribution.

Procedural Steps

Our Selection Process for Top 10 BC Immigrant Awards 2025

Top 10 BC Immigrant Awards nominees undergo a meticulous selection process to ensure that the award is given fairly and transparently. Let’s take a look at the overview of the selection process for this award:

1 Nomination Submission

South Asia Expo in Canada’s ‘Top 10 BC Immigrant Award 2025’ is looking for nominations from individuals who have made influential contributions to their respective fields in British Columbia. Eligible candidates must be immigrants (aged 18 or older) who have economically added value to British Columbia through their work or community efforts.
Nominees must be either landed immigrants or Canadian citizens, as per Canadian law. Their contributions should have made a significant benefit to the province. Note that only those who have immigrated to Canada are eligible, which ensures the award honors the true spirit of immigrant achievement.
However, any member or associate of the Global Conference Alliance Inc. is strictly prohibited from consideration. These eligibility criteria are essential to maintaining the integrity and purpose of the awards.

2 Self-Nomination Guidelines

Individuals are welcome to nominate themselves for the Top 10 BC Immigrant Award 2025. However, it is recommended that you have a reference from someone who is familiar with their contributions, along with contact details.
This additional endorsement strengthens the nomination by providing an external perspective on the nominee’s achievements and impact. Including a reference not only confirms the nominee’s accomplishments but also emphasizes the value of their contributions to the broader community.
A strong endorsement from a trusted source can provide insights into the nominee’s character, work ethic, and the visible results of their efforts. This makes the nomination more compelling and raises the likelihood of being recognized among the Top 10 BC Immigrant Award recipients.

3 Nomination for South Asia Expo

The ‘Top 10 BC Immigrant Award‘ nomination period for South Asia Expo 2025 runs from January 1 to March 31, 2025. Within this time frame, you have to submit your nominations online to recognize immigrants making significant contributions to British Columbia across various fields and industries.
This esteemed award celebrates the diversity and achievements of individuals who positively impact their communities. It shows their dedication, resilience, and leadership. Nominate someone for this award to honor their inspiring journey and contributions to the province’s growth and cultural diversity.

4 Voting and Shortlisting

After the nomination period closes on March 31, 2025, our online voting phase will start from April 1 to May 31, 2025. During this time, the public can vote for their preferred nominees from the eligible candidates.
The top 50 nominees who receive the highest number of votes will move on to the next stage of the selection process. Our esteemed jury panel will review the profiles of these shortlisted candidates. In that case, the jury assesses them based on predetermined criteria, including their achievements, impact, and contributions to British Columbia.
The final winners will be announced on June 1, 2025, on our website and social media platforms. The award ceremony is scheduled for August 31, 2025, at the South Asia Expo closing ceremony.

5 Checks and Verifications

As part of the selection process for South Asia Expo 2025’s ‘Top 10 BC Immigrant Award,’ thorough verification and background checks are carried out on all nominees. This ensures the authenticity of their achievements and contributions.
Our team meticulously reviews the nominees’ credentials, accomplishments, and impact in British Columbia. This thorough review process is very important to maintaining the integrity of the award. This ensures that only the most deserving individuals are recognized for their outstanding contributions to the community.

6 Assessment and Final Selection

The jury assessment for the South Asia Expo 2025’s ‘Top 10 BC Immigrant Award’ begins with a meticulous review of the top 50 shortlisted candidates.
Our esteemed panel of experts, with deep knowledge in relevant fields, reviews each nominee based on predefined criteria, including excellence, innovation, impact, and overall contributions.
This thorough investigation ensures fairness and integrity in the selection process. The final winners, who truly stand for outstanding achievement, will be announced on June 1, 2025, and honored at the award ceremony on August 31, 2025.

Jury Board

Members of the Judging Panel

As part of the assessment for the Top 10 BC Immigrant Award 2025, we have a panel of esteemed judges who are highly professional, industry leaders, and experts in their respective fields. During the assessment process, they meticulously review each nomination and shortlist the right and top candidates for each category. The Selection Committee has 9 Members. 9 Jury Board Members (voting) and 1 Facilitator (non-voting):

Relationship Manager

Hayley O’Donnell

Canadian Business Banking,
BMO Bank of Montreal, Vancouver, BC, Canada

Associate Dean

Laura A. Thurnheer

Okanagan School of Business
Okanagan College, Kelowna, BC, Canada

Instructor

Aurora Faundo

Business Management, Faculty of Commerce and Business Administration, Douglas College, New Westminister, BC, Canada

CEO and Founder

Neal Diamond

Chasm Capital Resources Ltd. Abbotsford, BC, Canada

Queen’s Counsel

John O’Fee

John H. O’Fee Law Corporation
Kamloops, BC, Canada

CFA, FRM, PhD

M. Emrul Hasan

Lecturer (UBC), Visiting Lecturer (SFU), CFA Lecturer (FinanceTraining.ca), Canada
CFA Content Director (The Princeton Review), USA

Dean

Dr. Michael Henry

School of Business & Economics
Thompson Rivers University, Kamloops, BC, Canada

Nigerian Entrepreneur

Success Adewole

Vancouver, BC, Canada

Take Part in South Asia Expo in Canada 2025 and Celebrate Immigrant Success:

Join us at the South Asia Expo in Canada 2025 to celebrate the outstanding achievements of immigrants. This event honors the contributions of those who have significantly impacted British Columbia’s diverse communities. Be part of this inspiring celebration and witness the recognition of immigrant success.

Get to know the outstanding stories of immigrants who have contributed to the growth of British Columbia.

Meet with leaders across different industries who support diversity and inclusion in their fields.

Engage in insightful discussions that illuminate the vital role of immigrants in our society.

Celebrate the cultural richness and innovation brought by immigrants to the province.

Witness the prestigious ‘Top 10 BC Immigrant Award‘ ceremony, recognizing excellence and impact.

Let’s celebrate the remarkable achievements of immigrants at the South Asia Expo in Canada 2025. Join us in honoring those who have made a significant impact on British Columbia’s diverse culture.

Form Submission

Nomination Form

If you want to nominate a deserving candidate or know more about the sponsorship of South Asia Expo 2025, please contact us.

Here are some guidelines to keep in mind when writing a description for your nominee:

Highlight the nominee’s notable contributions, professional achievements, community involvement, innovation, creativity, and educational impact. You should also include his/her accomplishments in diversity, inclusivity, adaptability, and resilience to help the jury assess and mark effectively.

Must specify any personal or professional awards the nominee has received, which reflect their excellence and recognition within their respective field. This points to his or her significant impact and value within his/her industry or community.

If the nominee engages with any esteemed groups or organizations, mention their affiliation. This will allow the jury to evaluate the nominee’s influence and active participation in the professional network.

Briefly describe the nominee’s challenges or obstacles that he/she overcame to achieve their accomplishments. This information sets the nominee apart from someone capable and highlights the candidate’s struggle and success.

Describe the nominee’s major strength and positive characteristics that set him/her apart from others in the field. In that case, you should focus on the qualities and abilities that separate the candidate from others.

Clearly explain why the nominee is inspirational and deserving of the esteemed Top 10 BC Immigrant Awards 2025. You must provide compelling reasons that justify his or her exceptional qualities, contributions, and impact.

Process Overview

Our Evaluation Process

All nominees who submit their application for the BC Top 10 Immigrant Awards will be evaluated and scored based on some fixed criteria. Each of the criteria is very important to be recognized for the award. Our jury panel identifies each nominee’s achievements and characteristics so that the scoring system is fair and transparent. Let’s take a look at how the BC Top 10 Immigrant Awards scored the nominees:

Professional Achievements (30 points)

Community Involvement (20 points)

Innovation and Creativity (15 points)

Educational Impact (15 points)

Diversity and Inclusivity (10 points)

Adaptability and Resilience (10 points)

Total Points: 100

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