Canada’s Choice

It’s up to you to decide who will win the title of Canada’s Choice in the 2024 Tales of Triumph Small Business Contest!

Our panel of judges have selected 5 businesses from across the country as the winners of the 5 contest categories. The business that receives the most votes from Canadians during the voting period will be named Canada’s Choice and take home a cash prize of $10,000 and additional media coverage valued at $50,000 – in addition to their category prize.

Cast your vote

Vote for a winner

Cast your vote today! Each of these 5 businesses have showcased their determination, creativity, passion and resilience, and are an inspiring part of the Canadian small business community.

Vote for 1 of the following 5 contest category winners:

Customer Connection Winner

Le Club

Montreal, Quebec

Le Club is dedicated to the active lifestyle community united by l'art de vivre. They offer a selection of high-quality, carefully curated activewear both online and in-store .... They also host events to bring their community together and have created a community hub through their coffee shop, where they serve home-roasted beans.

Doing Good Winner

Red Rebel Armour

Winnipeg, Manitoba

Red Rebel Armour is an Indigenous-led social enterprise that aims to incorporate an Indigenous worldview into everything they do .... Their streetwear brand funds their employment services, which provides on-the-job, paid training to Indigenous members of their community who are transitioning out of the criminal justice system, reshaping the workforce and giving back at home.

Going Green Winner

Mindful FÜD

Vancouver, British Colombia

Sustainability is the guiding principle for Mindful FÜD! From sourcing imperfect or surplus apples from local orchards to eco-friendly ... packaging to operational practices that prioritize energy efficiency and resource conservation, they’re striving to make delicious “FÜDs” and a sustainable future for all.

Rising Stars Winner

Rude Mama Hot Sauce

Toronto, Ontario

Born out of a desire to share the traditional recipe of Central Vietnam with the world, Rude Mama Hot Sauce is an homage to authenticity ... and innovation that captures Vietnam’s flavours and showcases owner Viet Anh’s Vietnamese heritage.

Staying Power Winner

Cedar Valley

Windsor, Ontario

Cedar Valley came to life in 2015, when 16-year-old Ameen Fadel was awarded one of 30 government grants given to students in the ...Windsor area. The business creates delicious snacks and gives back to their community through partnerships with local organizations and a focus on giving work opportunities to newcomers, women and those with visible minorities.