Abbotsford nonprofit seeks nominations for 8th annual inclusive employer awards

ABBOTSFORD — Nominations are now open to recognize the Abbotsford-Mission employers most committed to creating more diverse and equitable workspaces for employees of all abilities.

The eighth annual Inclusive Employer Excellence Awards (IEEA), organized by Archway Community Services in partnership with other local organizations, is taking entries from now until June 30.

Last year’s Inclusive Employer of the Year award went to Fronya x SARA for Women.

“It was incredibly meaningful recognition of the commitment and care our team brings to creating a workplace rooted in inclusion, compassion, and collaboration,” said Paula Sharpe, director of housing and programs at Fronya x SARA for Women. 

The awards committee is seeking submissions in four categories: Outstanding Commitment to Inclusive Hiring, Creative Workplace Accommodations, Community Champion for Inclusive Employment, and Emergent Inclusive Employer.

Award recipients will be announced at the breakfast event this fall.

More information is available through the award’s website.