Nominations are now open for the 2024 Douglas 10 to Watch Awards. These are given to new and innovative local business that are 3 years old or younger.

The exposure winners receive through 10 to Watch gives them well-deserved applause, builds brand recognition and shines the spotlight on the Island’s spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship.

Businesses can be nominated by anyone in the community, including themselves. 

Winners of 10 to Watch will be recognized and showcased in the April/May 2024 issue of Douglas magazine. Read about the 2023 winners here.

Awards Nomination Information

Because this is a new business startup award, all applicants must have incorporated or started the business on Vancouver Island more than one year, and less than three years ago (created on or after January 1, 2021).

The business must not be a spin-off from a pre-existing business, amalgamated, merged, acquired or otherwise affiliated with any other business or company. Non-profit organizations and societies are exempt from this award.

Business principals must be at least 18 years of age and must agree to be interviewed and photographed.

The deadline for nominations is November 10, 2023. Get the details here.