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Nominations Now Open for the 2025 Times Awards

The Times of Canada is proud to announce that nominations are officially open for the highly anticipated Times Awards 2025, taking place on October 3, 2025, at Reflections Banquet Hall Surrey, BC.

The Times Awards are designed to recognize excellence, leadership, and impact—honouring individuals, organizations, and businesses whose work drives meaningful progress in our society. Whether it’s innovation in business, service in the community, or brilliance in the arts—this is your chance to shine a spotlight on those who are making a real difference.

Now in its exciting fourteenth edition, The Times Awards 2025 will feature 15 prestigious categories, including 11 jury-nominated awards and 4 consumer choice awards—each representing a powerful story of resilience, contribution, and excellence.

Award Categories Open for Nominations

Trailblazer Award
Honouring those who pioneer new ideas, challenge the status quo, and drive bold, lasting change through leadership and innovation.

Excellence in Arts and Culture
Recognizing creative individuals who elevate South Asian arts, culture, and heritage through impactful work in music, film, visual art, literature, fashion, and more.

Lifetime Achievement Award
Celebrating a legacy of excellence—this award honours individuals whose lifelong dedication has shaped their industry or uplifted their community over decades.

Youth Entrepreneur Award
Recognizing visionary entrepreneurs under 30 who are building impactful ventures with innovation, courage, and determination.

Emerging Business Award
Honouring startups (within the first 5 years of operation) that are showing exceptional growth, creativity, and potential for long-term success.

Excellence in Public Service Award
Celebrating individuals working for the greater good—this award honours outstanding service, integrity, and dedication to the public sector or civic initiatives.

Community Crusader Award
Recognizing grassroots champions and everyday heroes whose tireless advocacy uplifts communities and drives positive social change.

Business Person of the Year
Honouring a business leader who exemplifies excellence in strategy, innovation, and economic contribution, transforming both industry and community.

Sports Excellence Award
Recognizing athletes, coaches, or sports leaders who have achieved excellence while using sport to inspire and empower others.

Frontline Advocate Award
Celebrating exceptional members of law enforcement who go beyond the call of duty to ensure safety, build trust, and serve with integrity.

Exemplary Service and Leadership Award
Honouring distinguished officers whose leadership and commitment to public safety have made a profound impact on their communities.

Be a Voice for Recognition

Whether it’s a young innovator, a community champion, or a business that’s earned your loyalty—this is your chance to nominate and uplift those who deserve the spotlight.

Event Highlights

Meet & Greet/ Red Carpet

(February 5, 2020)

Excellence Awards

(September 30, 2021)

Cultural Performances

(April 12, 2021)

Dinner & Dance

(December 5, 2023)

Entertainment

(April 12, 2021)