We are just days away from the annual Upper Ottawa Valley Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards Gala. The gala promises to be an evening of elegance and celebration, featuring the red carpet, a gourmet dinner, entertainment, and remarks from respected business leaders. Kelly Hollihan, the Chamber’s executive director tells myFM news that there are a number of award categories.
The awards are set for Saturday night at the Normandy Officers’ Mess, Garrison Petawawa. The highlight of the evening will be the presentation of the Lifetime Achievement Award to retired Petawawa Mayor Bob Sweet according to Kelly.
Tickets are still available by contacting the chamber office. The event will bring together business leaders, entrepreneurs, and community members for an evening of networking and recognition. Attendees will have the opportunity to celebrate the success stories that drive our economy forward and contribute to the vitality of our community.
Here are the nominees in each category:
Excellence in Consumer Services
Malcolm, Deavitt & Binhammer Funeral Home
Contact North
Precise Hair Design
Excellence in Retail Sales
Antiques, Treasures & Treats
End of the Leash
Hyska’s Your Independent Grocer
Excellence in Restaurant, Nightlife, Hospitality & Lodging
Antrim Truck Stop
Whitewater Brewing Co.
Wilderness Tours
Excellence in Agri-Business, Farming & Rural Achievement
Laurentian Flowers
Whitewater O’Brien Winery
Excellence in Communications
Canadian Military Family Magazine
Travis Richards Office
comBEtek multimedia | Video Production
104.9 MyFM
Excellence in Construction and Trades
Stone Moss Construction
Ottawa Valley Coring and Drilling
Excellence in Tourism and Recreation
Wilderness Tours
Pembroke Community Art Walk
Starz in Motion Dance Studio
Excellence in Creative Arts and Culture
Kitchissippi Productions
John A Butler Photography
comBEtek video productions
Laurentian Flowers
Excellence in Professional Services
Kyle and Sons Professional Home Services
Primeau Law
Ottawa Valley First Aid
Jennifer Charlebois-Robillard Insurance and Financial Services Inc
Excellence in Personal Care, Health & Wellness
Inner Strength Training and Coaching
Robbie Dean Family Counselling Centre
Hela Beauty & Medical
Connected Counselling Services
Solopreneur Award
Travis Richards Office
Canadian Military Family Magazine
Inner Strength Training and Coaching
Start-Up Superstar
Whitewater O’Brien Winery
End of the Leash
Jennifer Charlebois-Robillard Insurance and Financial Services Inc.
Community Impact Award
Robbie Dean Family Counselling Centre
Watch My 6
Arnprior Angel Project
Whitewater’s Commitment to Sustainability & Community
Visionary Award
Forging Forward Counselling Services
Integrated Health Centre
(Written by: Kyle Robinson)