The Central Labrador Excellence Awards (CLEA) identify and recognize the achievements of local small and medium sized businesses in central Labrador (Happy Valley - Goose Bay, Mud Lake, North West River and Sheshatshui).

The goal of CLEA is to promote and support vibrant economic growth and prosperity within the region.

To get up to the minute information be sure to "Like" our Facebook page! Your name will be entered to win a 32GB iPod Touch until midnight Sunday, September 9, 2012. You must be at least 13 years of age to enter the contest and the winner's photo will be taken to be published on Facebook and other mediums.

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The CLEAs are organized by the CLEA Committee who include
Community Business Development Corporation (CBDC Labrador),
Central Labrador Economic Development Board (CLEDB),
Department of Innovation, Business and Rural Development (IBRD),
Newfoundland & Labrador Organization of Women Entrepreneurs (NLOWE), and
Nunacor

Small Business Week began in 1979 when Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) business centres in the Lower Fraser Valley in British Columbia decided to organize small business management sessions during one week. The rest they say is history as in 1981, Small Business Week® was officially launched nationwide by BDC.

Small Business Week for 2012 will take place from October 14-20. The CLEA's gala is just one of a few events taking place during this week celebrating Canadian entrepreneurs.