Cornwall & Area Chamber of Commerce

38th Annual
Business Excellence Awards

& 54th Citizen of the Year Gala

Nominations are officially closed and finalists have been selected. Join over 300 regional leaders, entrepreneurs, and community partners to celebrate the innovation and resilience driving Cornwall forward.

Date & Time
Thursday, Nov 6th
Doors open 5:30 PM
Location
Best Western Parkway
Conference Centre • Cornwall
Program
Plated Dinner & Awards
11 Honours Presented Live
Attire
Business Formal
Black-tie optional
Cornwall & Area Chamber of Commerce

Award Categories & Finalists

Recognizing the businesses, visionaries, and community pillars driving regional growth and leadership.

Category 01 54th Citizen of the Year

Citizen of the Year

Since 1972, this historic distinction represents our community's highest individual honour, recognizing exemplary leadership, volunteerism, and regional impact.

Single Laureate Honour Recipient unveiled live during the gala finale.
Presented by
Category 02 Lifetime Honour

Lifetime Business Achievement

Honouring longstanding leaders whose multi-decade commitment to business excellence, mentoring, and community investment has made an enduring mark.

Single Honouree Award Celebrated in a special honorary presentation.
Presented by
Category 03 30+ Staff

Large Business

Recognizing established employers providing vital regional economic stability, high employment standards, and market excellence.

2026 Finalists
Finalist Company Name
Finalist Company Name
Finalist Company Name
Presented by
Category 04 < 100 Staff

Small to Medium Business

Celebrating businesses operating for at least one year that serve as the backbone of the Canadian economy and our community.

2026 Finalists
Finalist Business Name
Finalist Business Name
Finalist Business Name
Presented by
Category 05 Innovation

Entrepreneur of the Year

Honouring an individual who turned bold vision into reality through agility, risk-taking, and decisive business leadership.

2026 Finalists
Entrepreneur Nominee
Entrepreneur Nominee
Entrepreneur Nominee
Presented by
Category 06 1-5 Years

New Business of the Year

Recognizing an emerging venture demonstrating rapid traction, customer satisfaction, and exceptional early growth.

2026 Finalists
Emerging Venture Name
Emerging Venture Name
Emerging Venture Name
Presented by
Category 07 35 & Under

Young Professional of the Year

Celebrating an inspirational leader or entrepreneur aged 35 and under who exhibits qualities that inspire our business community.

2026 Finalists
Leader Nominee Name
Leader Nominee Name
Leader Nominee Name
Presented by
Category 08 Destination

Tourism, Arts & Culture

Recognizing restaurants, cultural attractions, or hospitality innovators elevating Cornwall and SDG as a viable destination.

2026 Finalists
Destination Nominee
Destination Nominee
Destination Nominee
Presented by
Category 09 Stewardship

Environmental Impact

Demonstrating leadership towards enhancing the community’s ability to respond to and solve regional environmental challenges.

2026 Finalists
Environmental Nominee
Environmental Nominee
Environmental Nominee
Presented by
Category 10 Workplace

Inclusion & Diversity

Prioritizing diversity and celebration of human differences in the workplace and throughout the broader community.

2026 Finalists
Finalist Organization
Finalist Organization
Finalist Organization
Presented by
Category 11 Community

Community Impact

Recognizing an extraordinary organization, initiative, or event accomplishing meaningful accomplishments that benefit the entire area.

2026 Finalists
Community Nominee
Community Nominee
Community Nominee
Presented by
Gala Reservations

Join the Celebration

Secure your seat for an unforgettable evening celebrating regional impact, resilience, and community excellence. Tickets are first come, first serve.

Official Gala Admission

Gala Ticket

Individual seats and full tables of 8 are available for community members, partners, and supporters.

  • Welcome cocktail & networking reception
  • Three-course gourmet plated gala dinner
  • Admission to all 11 live award presentations
  • Evening commemorative program booklet
$100 / Ticket
Plus Applicable HST Reserve Tickets Full tables seat 8 guests
Looking to reserve multiple tables or arrange payment via corporate invoice? Contact Chamber Team or call (613) 933-4004.

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Member Events