It is time once again for Centre Wellington Chamber of Commerce Awards of Excellence. Nominations are now closed and the judges are ready to make their decisions.
The chamber is grateful to have OLG as a title sponsor. Its continued support helps the chamber to put on this event to celebrate business and the community. OLG is a proud supporter of over 200 community festivals and events throughout the area.
The additional support of all sponsors throughout the business community is greatly appreciated as they come together for this annual celebration.
The theme this year is “Centre Wellington – Highlighting the GRAND!” This brings lots of colour to mind, so be bright and highlight your outfit or be classic in business attire if you prefer.
This year Scotiabank will be selling general admission tickets for the event until May 2. Scotiabank, as a community sponsor, will be matching funds for tickets sold through the Fergus branch. Tickets are also available at the Chamber office and are $45 plus tax.
The event will take place May 15 at the Fergus Grand Theatre on St. Andrew Street West. The reception area in front of the theatre has been expanded to provide an opportunity for guests to network and mingle. Hors d’oeuvres will be served and a cash bar will be available from 6:30 to 8pm, when the awards program will begin inside the theatre.
Over 30 local businesses and individuals have been nominated: Aboriginal Heritage Festival, Angela Tamblyn, Barbara Lustgarten-Evoy, Beverley Cairns, Brew House on the Grand, The Cellar Pub and Grill, Centre Wellington Community Energy Plan Task Force, Community Resource Centre, Deboer Farriery, The Farquharson Team (Remax Real Estate Centre Inc.), Fergus Elora Academy of Dance, Frederic Giguere, Gorge Country Kitchen, The Grand at 92.9, Jackie Andrews, Jefferson Wilde (SIRE Brands), Jester`s Fun Factory, Dr. John Stickney, Laycon Signs, Larry Peters, Mosaic Spa, One Axe Inc., Paul Kraemer Quality Construction, Paul Walker, Sew What?! (Shannon Curran), H&R Machine, Shoetopia Footwear, Staci Barron, True Auto Care, Quarry Optometry, Undercover Quilts, Uptown Café, Village Kids, Webfoot Farm and Hatchery Ltd., Wellington County Museum and Archives, Wellington Fibres, Wilson`s Sporting Traditions, WR Designs – The Flower Co., and Your Hometown Realty.
“We appreciate the support in nominating a broad spectrum of deserving businesses, organizations and individuals,” said Awards of Excellence adjudication chair Karen Welch.
“The work that has gone into preparing the nominations is truly valued. We look forward to May 15 when the winners will be made public. You don’t want to miss this event!”
For more information contact the chamber at 519-843-5140 or www.cwchamber.ca.
