Champion Award: Advancing Internationally Educated Professionals in Manitoba Nomination Form 2016 The Manitoba Start Champion Award recognizes organizations for their distinguished contributions to the advancement of highly skilled newcomers in Manitoba and advocacy for newcomer employment and inclusion. These Business Champions have strategically embedded processes that value the skills that internationally educated newcomers add to their business. Small- and Medium-Sized Business (<500 Employees) Large Business (>500 employees) Submit form electronically by February 12, 2016: awards@manitobastart.com CONTACT DETAILS Company Name to Appear on Award: Main Contact: Email: Phone: Sponsorship opportunities available! Contact awards@manitobastart.com or 204-944-8833 ext. 112. Tickets to the Manitoba Start Employer Awards 2016 Luncheon are purchased separately from this submission. Purchase tickets ($15.00). Award winners will be recognized on May 12, 2016, 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. at the Metropolitan Entertainment Centre, Winnipeg. More information. By submitting a nomination for the Manitoba Start Employer Awards 2016, your organization grants to Manitoba Start the rights, title and interest to reproduce the work reference in the nomination for media, print and electronic venues. Manitoba Start will consult with your organization prior to publication. 1. Why does your organization value the Manitoba Start partnership? (250 words maximum.) 2 2. Why does your business support the advancement of internationally educated professionals? (250 words maximum.) 3 3. How does your organization promote the advancement of those who are pursuing careers aligned with internationally acquired skills, education, and experience (mentoring, bridging, and workplace training, educational assistance)? (250 words maximum.) 4