Partner of the Year Award: In recognition of an employer that has partnered with the Saskatoon Open Door Society in promoting services and opportunities to our client network of refugees and recent immigrants in 2024. For example, they have collaborated with SODS to offer information sessions, conduct mock interviews, provide volunteer opportunities, arrange work placements, share job postings, and participate in the WEconnect Job Fair.
Professional Regulatory Bodies Inclusion Award: In recognition of a regulatory body committed to fostering inclusion and support for newcomers. This award honors organizations who excel in providing mentorship, streamlining licensure processes by simplifying applications and reducing review times, offering financial assistance (such as scholarships and grants), advocating for beneficial policy changes, and creating career opportunities. These organizations provide ongoing career and post-licensing support, facilitate practicum opportunities, deliver high-quality training, and act as a bridge between newcomers and employers to promote job placement and career advancement. Through tailored training initiatives, regular orientation sessions, and partnerships with immigrant service providers, they ensure newcomers are well-prepared and supported throughout their professional journey.
Immigrant Newcomer Entrepreneur Award: In recognition of newcomer entrepreneurs who have overcome unique challenges to build successful organizations in Saskatoon and make meaningful contributions to the local economy in 2024.
Employer of Choice Award – Small Enterprise: In recognition of a small business or organization (fewer than 50 employees) that has supported its workforce to flourish and succeed, and has made a positive impact on its employees, newcomers, and community at large.
Employer of Choice Award – Large Enterprise: In recognition of a large business or organization (50 employees or more) that has supported its workforce to flourish and succeed, and has made a positive impact on its employees, newcomers, and community at large.
Workplace Diversity, Inclusion, and Leadership Award – Small Enterprise: In recognition of a small business (fewer than 50 employees) or an organization that has demonstrated leadership in creating and promoting diversity and inclusion to improve the workplace culture and environment for its employees, and to better their services to their customers.
Workplace Diversity, Inclusion, and Leadership Award – Large Enterprise: In recognition of a large business or an organization (50 employees or more) that has demonstrated leadership in creating and promoting diversity and inclusion to improve the workplace culture and environment for its employees, and to better their services to their customers.
Immigrant Woman Resilience Award: In recognition of the achievements and significant contributions made by immigrant women as professionals, volunteers, or mentors who have overcome adversity and multiple barriers in their journey. They serve as inspirations to others through their resilience and determination.
Lifetime Achievement Award: In recognition of an individual who has made a lifelong commitment to promoting diversity, inclusion, and social justice. They have dedicated their career and personal life to creating positive change and have left a lasting impact on the community.
* The term immigrant refers to recent and established newcomers whose education and work experience was mainly obtained outside of Canada.
For more information, email at diversityaward@sods.sk.ca or call or text us at 306-700-0099