The City of Brandon and the Brandon Chamber of Commerce have announced the launch of the 2025 Brandon Green Business Award.
This annual award celebrates a local business that champions sustainability, water conservation, or waste reduction through their own innovative efforts. To qualify, businesses must describe an initiative, or set of initiatives, that goes beyond their normal operations and is not mandated by any federal, provincial, or municipal law, by-law, or regulatory body. Eligible businesses of any size must be located within Brandon city limits.
Examples of green initiative ideas include:
• Becoming a fair-trade workplace or retailer
• Switching to energy efficient bulbs or appliances where applicable
• Creative ways to reuse/recycle goods, products, or materials
• Encourage or implement a green commuting strategy
• Water conservation
These suggestions are just a starting point—businesses are encouraged to get creative and produce their own unique sustainability efforts.
Applications are due by Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025. Submissions will be reviewed by a joint committee between the City of Brandon and Brandon Chamber of Commerce. The successful applicant will receive:
• A certificate to proudly display in their workplace
• A fair-trade coffee break hosted at their business, courtesy of the City of Brandon and the Brandon Chamber of Commerce
• Recognition on the City’s social media channels, including a team photo and a feature story highlighting their initiative and its impact
Apply today: Brandon’s Green Business Awards 2025
Past winners include:
• Living Simply Kitchen, a weekly meal prep business that features a reusable glassware exchange program
• The Green Spot Home and Garden, which focuses on recycling and composting
• Brandon University Physical Plant, recognized for implementing various sustainable practices.
For more information, businesses can email i.gatin@brandon.ca or call 204-729-2510. Businesses must be located within the city limits of Brandon to qualify for the 2025 Brandon Green Business Award.
