The Comox Valley Chamber of Commerce has announced the 2023 Chamber Award finalists.

Since 1974, the Chamber Awards鈥� has recognized the accomplishments of businesses, organizations, and individuals who have contributed greatly to make the Comox Valley an amazing community. Award categories have been added and retired, expanded and revisited but the Chamber Awards have always been about excellence and service. 

鈥淭hrough our grassroots nomination process, we could not be more proud of the calibre of nominations submitted by community businesses and individuals. With so many quality and community-minded nominees to be recognized, our judging panel had a most challenging role this year when narrowing down our finalists,鈥� said executive director, Tracey Clarke.

Winners will be announced at the 鈥淕o for the Gold!鈥� themed Chamber Awards Gala on Saturday, Jan. 27. The dinner and awards ceremony is open to all community members who are invited to dress in their finest shimmery and sparkly attire. Included in the price of admission is a 40 Knots champagne reception and a silent auction benefiting the Comox Valley Food Bank.

Tickets are available at the Chamber鈥檚 website: www.comoxvalleychamber.com/events.

MEET THE FINALISTS

#you rock Award Sponsored By NIC School of Business

A youth leadership award showcasing leadership, ingenuity and initiative through contributions to the community.

Benoit Vaillant

The Comox Youth Council

Willa Patterson

Young Entrepreneur Award Sponsored By Wedler Engineering LLP

An award highlighting remarkable business success, community involvement and community commitment before the age of 30.

Jorie Gough Real Estate

Sustainability Award Sponsored By Berwick Retirement Community

An award recognizing environmental sustainability and social responsibility being successfully practised, benefiting the community and the environment.

Habitat For Humanity Vancouver Island North

Hakai Energy Solutions

Cumberland Cleaning Co. & Refillery

Business Leadership Award Sponsored By 台湾MM裸聊室 Community Credit Union

Honours an individual who inspires, contributes and serves as a positive role model in the community.

Thu Robertson

Burt Heeringa

Justin White

Customer Service Award Sponsored By Robbins & Company

An award recognizing one who exemplifies excellence in customer service.

Comox Valley Dodge

Your Repair Depot

On The Fly Cafe

Diversity & Inclusion Award Sponsored The Immigrant Welcome Centre & Welcoming Communities Coalition & Creative Employment Access Centre

Recognizes best practices in attracting a diverse workforce and creating an inclusive environment through accessibility, engagement and inclusion.

Edward and Parnell Barber Shoppe

Gladstone Brewing Co.

Family First Award Sponsored By 98.9 Jet FM

Honours a business that creates a culture supporting and caring for employees鈥� work/life balance, parental needs and demonstrating support for local children鈥檚 initiatives.

Thermo Tec Mechanical

Alitis Investment Counsel

Heritage Recognition Sponsored By Waypoint Insurance

Honours a business that has contributed significantly to the community for at least 25 years.

Woodland Flooring & Countertops

Edible Island Whole Foods Market

Innovative Business Award Sponsored By Comox Valley Airport

Honours a business that demonstrates advancement in business through technology innovation and/or development.

Broken Squirrel Wellness

Island Tides Veterinary Hospital

Not For Profit Organization Award

Honours an organization that demonstrates outstanding contributions to the community.

100.7 The Raven

L鈥橝rche Comox Valley

Kitty Cat PALS

Operation Freedom Paws Canada

Lifetime Achievement Sponsored By Canadian Tire Courtenay

An award recognizing an individual for their outstanding service in the Comox Valley.

Ken Grant

Annette Kozakowski

New Business of the Year Award Sponsored By Grant Thornton LLP

Honours a new business making outstanding community contributions with potential for continued growth.

Barococo Contracting

Wildflower Mercantile

Gerritsen Brooks Appraisals

Small Business of the Year Award Sponsored By IG Wealth Management - Lawrence Bailey CFP

Honours a well-established, small business with outstanding community contributions and achievements.

Rise And Grind Fitness & Health

Chrissie Bowker Projects

Lifetime Exterior Shades

Business of the Year Award Sponsored By MNP LLP

An Award recognizing a community-minded business demonstrating outstanding contributions with reputation and achievements to match.

Woodland Flooring & Countertops

98.9 Jet FM

40 Knots Winery

Gladstone Brewing Co.

The Butcher鈥檚 Block

The Comox Valley Chamber would also like to thank all of their event sponsors who support and make this special celebration possible including First Credit Union, 97.3 the Eagle, Comox Valley Record, 40 Knots Winery, Gladstone Brewing, Above & Beyond Entertainment and Mackenzie Gartside & Associates.