The winners of the 2025 Inclusive Employer Excellence Awards proudly display their awards. The IEEA committee is seeking nominations from the public for this year’s awards. (Image Credit: Dale Klippenstein / Supplied)
Disability Inclusion

Abbotsford nonprofit seeks nominations for 8th annual inclusive employer awards

May 2, 2026 | 12:53 PM

ABBOTSFORD — Nominations are now open to recognize the Abbotsford-Mission employers most committed to creating more diverse and equitable workspaces for employees of all abilities.

The eighth annual Inclusive Employer Excellence Awards (IEEA), organized by Archway Community Services in partnership with other local organizations, is taking entries from now until June 30.

Last year’s Inclusive Employer of the Year award went to Fronya x SARA for Women.

“It was incredibly meaningful recognition of the commitment and care our team brings to creating a workplace rooted in inclusion, compassion, and collaboration,” said Paula Sharpe, director of housing and programs at Fronya x SARA for Women.