Sherwood and Elaine Sharfe to be inducted into Saskatoon’s Business Hall of Fame
 
SASKATOON, SK – September 15, 2022 – The Greater Saskatoon Chamber of Commerce has announced its 2022 SABEX Award Finalists in all categories and the induction of Sherwood and Elaine Sharfe into Saskatoon’s Business Hall of Fame. The SABEX Awards is Saskatoon’s premier business awards program honouring Saskatoon businesses and non-profit organizations in our community that exemplify high performance, excellence and achievement. Learn more at www.sabexawards.ca.
 
This year’s 2022 SABEX Awards, proudly presented by Conexus Credit Union, will celebrate the strength and success of our community, center-stage, at TCU Place on October 13. 
 
Funny guy and Saskatoon Soaps star Andrew McDonald (Wanuskewin Heritage Park) and former CTV Saskatchewan news anchor Trish Cheveldayoff (St. Paul’s Hospital Foundation) will share the podium as co-hosts for the evening.
 
The event promises to be an unforgettable evening for finalists, winners and guests with a blue carpet welcome reception, and post-awards networking party, sponsored by William Joseph Communications. 
 
New this year will be awards for both Big Business (50+ employees) and Small Business (1-50 employees) in the Growth Award category, recognizing companies that have achieved growth in its profits, locations and/or workforce in the last year.
 
“Saskatoon’s business community continues to amaze. Our economic rebound is in full swing thanks to the strength and grit of our businesses and Community Based Organizations. We look forward to shining a spotlight on the standouts that make our city a great place to start, scale and grow a business,” said Jason Aebig, CEO.
 
Tickets for the 2022 SABEX Awards, proudly presented by Conexus Credit Union, are available for purchase at www.sabexawards.ca or by contacting the Chamber at (306) 664-0705 or events@saskatoonchamber.com.
 
 
Award Categories, Sponsors and Finalists
 
Safety Culture Award, sponsored by WorkSafe Saskatchewan 
Finalists: Ehrenburg Homes, Nu-Fab Building Products & Kitchen Craft Cabinetry, Alliance Energy Ltd, BN Steel & Metals Inc, Axis Vac & HDD Services Ltd, Park Derochie. 
 
Spirit of Saskatoon Award, sponsored by Discover Saskatoon
Finalists: Champetre County, Remai Modern, Meewasin Valley Authority, The Saskatoon Club, Saskatchewan Rattlers.
 
Mistahi Mamîcîhîtowin Award, sponsored by Nutrien
Finalists: SaskMétis Economic Development Corporation, Saskatchewan Rattlers, Awasis Boutique, SREDA, Fireweed Artisan Boxes.
 
Community Investment Award, sponsored by SaskTel
Finalists: Saskatchewan Blue Cross, Fitness 2J2, NexGen Energy Ltd, Wiegers Financial & Benefits, Alliance Energy Ltd.

Entrepreneurship Award, sponsored by the University of Saskatchewan
Finalists: Awasis Boutique, Ethical Digital, Clarity Coaching & Development, Hometown Homes, Hope Hair Recovery, Mike's Hydraulics Sales & Services Ltd, Sandy Shores Resort.
 
Community Impact Award, sponsored by Cameco
Finalists: Community Living Association Saskatoon Inc, Kinsmen Foundation Inc, Love My Mind Mental Health, Raj Manek Foundation, Saskatoon Zoo Foundation, St. Paul’s Hospital Foundation, Prairie Harm Reduction, Saskatoon Open Door Society, United Way of Saskatoon.
 
Growth (Big Business) Award category, sponsored by SREDA
Finalists: Elk Ridge Resort, DIAS Ground & Airborne Geophysics, Wilson's Lifestyle Centre, Axis Vac & HDD Services Ltd, Great Western Brewing Company.
 
Growth (Small Business) Award, sponsored by SREDA
Finalists: Hometown Homes, Aspen Films, Clarity Coaching & Development, Ehrenburg Homes, Sandy Shores Resort, JTM Business Solutions, Magnus Construction Services, Infinity Events & Décor, Barbershop Films, Mike's Hydraulics Sales & Services Ltd.
 
New Business Venture Award, sponsored by Farm Credit Canada
Finalists: Pitchfork Market & Kitchen, Juniper & Oak Consignments, Rumley Periodontics, Saskatchewan Therapy Services, SKN Med Spa, Slumber Party YXE, The Prairie Grazer, Saskatoon Dermatology Centre, Whole Heart Counselling & Connections, YXE Smash Therapy Inc.
 
Business of the Year Award, sponsored by KPMG Global 
Finalists: Infobrokers Inc, Vendasta, Riide Holdings Inc, Magnus Construction Services, S & E Trusted Online Directories Inc, BN Steel & Metals Inc.
 
SABEX Business Hall of Fame, sponsored by McKercher LLP
Inductees: Sherwood and Elaine Sharfe
 
Together, Sherwood and Elaine Sharfe have built a business that has thrived for nearly 50 years. In that time, they have enriched many lives, and contributed to our collective quality of life, through their philanthropy in education, the arts and important community initiatives. They have been strong advocates for human rights, citizenship and inclusion through their work with the Concentus Citizenship Education Foundation. And, they have provided opportunities for people to build their own success in the hundreds of jobs they have created over five decades in business.