Delta's three Rotary clubs have teamed up to honour local companies and organizations demonstrating ethical business practices with the fourth annual Delta Rotary Business Ethics Award program.
"In a world where we hear about so much corruption and conflict, ethical business practice has never been more important in keeping our communities and neighbourhoods strong based on trust and confidence," said program leader Leslie Abramson. "Shining a spotlight on these finalists, among many here in Delta, is a learning opportunity for all of us as well as a moment of well deserved recognition for them."
The Rotary Clubs of Ladner, North Delta and Tsawwassen, and the Kwantlen Polytechnic University business student chapter of the international Enactus network, sponsor the program.
This year's nominees are:
100 Acre Wood Family Day Care was started by Tanya Susan Marsh 10 years ago. Fully qualified as an early childhood educator with certification in special needs, March provides care and play programs for many special needs and English as a second language children, successfully integrating them into her program with other children and families.
Augustine House Society provides care, support and housing for seniors with respect, compassion and dignity in a safe and active retirement community at its Ladner facility. As a major employer and consumer of goods and services, Augustine House practices sound corporate citizenship through community and professional involvement and progressive employee relations programs.
Complete Cleaning Services Corp. was established by Christina Tablan, who saw a need for better cleaning practices in dental offices after 14 years as a dental assistant. Seeing that other businesses had similar sanitation issues, she expanded the scope of her operation. Tablan plans to not only grow a successful business but to help create opportunities for local residents who are new to the country and even plans to provide in-office day care.
Studio 64 Personal Training Inc., which has been operating in Delta for six years, aims to help people reach their fitness and health goals in the safest manner, even referring some to specialists. The studio focuses on the mind, body and spiritual connection with the idea that when one engages in strength training and physical activity, the numerous benefits include both improved emotional and physical wellbeing.
Abramson said the four nominees personify the Four-Way Test of Rotary International: Is it the truth? Is it fair to all concerned? Will it build goodwill and better friendships? Will it be beneficial to all concerned?
The award winner will be announced at a banquet on Friday, Jan. 30 at the Delta Town Country Inn in Ladner. Tickets cost $50 each and are available by calling 604-946-0672 or emailing Abramson@telus. net.
