Barbara has been broadly recognized for her significant contributions and numerous achievements, including:
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2013 Vancouver’s YWCA Women of Distinction Connecting the Community Award
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2011 Recipient of the TIAW Global World of Difference Awards for the advancement of women’s economic and social empowerment
- 2011 PWN (Professional Women’s Network) 15th Anniversary celebrating “most dedicated supporters of women in business”
- 2011 Order of Abbotsford
- 2010 Governor General’s Awards in Commemoration of the Persons Case recognizing outstanding individuals who have helped to advance equality for women and girls in Canada
- 2010 Ambassador Award for WBE Canada
- 2009 Global EXEC Women’s Canadian International Women of Influence Awards™ for Emerging/Growth Company
- 1994 Nominated for the Ernst & Young Entrepreneurship Awards in the category of “Supporter to Entrepreneurship”
- 1993 Winner of the Canadian Women Entrepreneur of the Year Award for Impact on the Local Economy Local Economy presented by BMO Bank of Montreal
- 1992 Awarded the Commemorative medal for the 125th Anniversary of Canadian Confederation