2021 Chamber Awards

The Comox Valley Chamber of Commerce Chamber board and staff are thrilled to invite you to gather with us once again for a virtual Awards Gala, a “next level” quality presentation with Unveil Studios, and an online auction on January 29, 2022.

2021 Chamber Awards Livestream

Click here to view the recorded livestream on our YouTube Channel!

 

Chamber Awards Gala

Expect to be dazzled on January 29th with lights, colour and sparkle! We are looking forward to putting our hands together again in celebration of the excellence that exists in business, non-profits, youth and extraordinary citizens who call the Comox Valley home.

From start-ups to local legends, the Chamber awards shine a light on hard-working businesses, business people and community leaders in 16 categories. We are pleased to introduce the Diversity and Inclusion Award this year to our award collection.

This year’s online auction proceeds will be presented to the Upper Island Women of Native Ancestry. Since 1991, the Upper Island Women of Native Ancestry (UIWONA) has provided programs and services to Aboriginal women, children and families in the Comox Valley and Northern Vancouver Island. The UIWONA Society is dedicated to providing resources for families that promote health, happiness and vitality with Indigenous culture as the foundation. They continually gather wisdom from their elders while finding innovative ways to strengthen and revitalize the village.

Support Local, nominate an outstanding citizen (young and old), businesses (small, new and large), outstanding business leaders and not-for-profits in our community.

Be prepared to celebrate and cheer throughout the evening!  -- we’ll see you there!

WHEN:
Saturday, January 29, 2022
5:30pm-10:00pm

WHERE:
100% Virtual, Live Stream

TICKETS:
$35
Purchase Online

2021 Chamber Awards Nominees & Finalists

#YouRock Youth Award

Sponsored by NIC School of Business
Sophia Vaillant - Winner
Mackai Sharp - finalist
Tristan Rendell - finalist
 

Business Leadership Award

Sponsored by Coastal Community Credit Union
Carson Grant - Winner
Dee Baker - finalist
 

Business of the Year Award

Sponsored by MNP LLP
Courtenay Return-It Depot - Winner
Grow Tree Care - finalist
Cumberland Brewing - finalist
Rise and Shine Excavating/Landscaping
 

Customer Service Award

Sponsored by Robbins & Company
Katie Phelan - Winner
Dannina Orr-Baldwin - finalist
John Kalyn - finalist
Vanessa Wilson
Isha Elliston
Tom VanDyck
 

Diversity & Inclusion Award

Sponsored by the Immigrant Welcome Centre & Welcoming Communities Coalition & Creative Employment Access Centre
Foxy Box Wax Bar - Winner
Locals Restaurant - finalist
Foundation Hair Salon  and Academy - finalist
Eatmore Sprouts
Vancouver Island Queer Athletic Association
Comox Valley Lifelong Learning Centre
 

Heritage Recognition Award

Sponsored by Waypoint Insurance
Laughing Oyster Book Shop - Winner
First Credit Union - finalist 
Butcher's Block - finalist
Water Pure & Simple
Comox Valley Kayaks
Graham's Jewellers Ltd
Hot Chocolates
Edible Island Whole Foods Market
 

Innovative Business Award

Sponsored by F12.net
The Tourism Cafe Canada - Winner
21 Degrees Mechanical - finalist
 

Land of Plenty Award

Sponsored by Locals Restaurant
Whitaker Farm - Winner
Lentelus Farm - finalist 
Cook's Restaurant - finalist 
 

New Business of the Year Award

Sponsored by Grant Thornton
Gather Farm & Kitchen - Winner
The Farmer's Kitchen Food Truck - finalist
Boonies Pizza - finalist 
L.I.V.E Kitchen
Valley Girls Dance
Coast Range Cannabis
Taco Bandido Food Truck
 

Not for Profit Award

Sponsored by Comox Valley Community Foundation
Lush Valley Food Action Society - Winner
John Howard Society - finalist 
The United Riders of Cumberland (UROC) - finalist 
Cumberland Business Association
Cumberland Community School Society
Vancouver Island Queer Athlete Association (VIQAA)
The Wiseland Humanitarian Association
Comox Valley Hospice Society
 

Small Business of the Year Award

Sponsored by Lawrence Bailey CFP, IG Wealth Management
J. Zsiros Contracting Ltd - Winner
The Spool Sewing Studio - finalist
Mountain City Cycle - finalist
Comox Moving & Storage
Janelle Lee Photography
Shone's Cafe
Danni's At-Home-Spa Mobile Esthetics
Isha Esthetics and Nails
Red Toque
 

Sustainability Award

Sponsored by Berwick Comox Valley Retirement Community
Local Refillery - Winner
West and Co Consignment - finalist
Wild Bee Florals - finalist
Habitat For Humanity ReStore
Abode Zero
 

Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award

Sponsored by Wedler Engineering LLP
Sean Lafleur - Winner
Georgia Rodgers - finalist
Will Howard - finalist
Dannina Orr-Baldwin
Isha Elliston
Jessica Termuende
 

Family First Award

Sponsored by Temprite Climate Solutions
Wedler Engineering - Winner
Avenue Bistro - finalist
 

Lifetime Achievement Award

Sponsored by Canadian Tire Courtenay
Gord Schreiner - Winner
Anthony Gray - finalist

President's Merit Award

Sponsored by North Island College
Paul Ives - Winner

Chamber Awards: Celebrating excellence since 1974

Starting in 1974, the Chamber Awards​ 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.
The Chamber has put in place a grassroots nomination process that does not allow for self-nominations. All nominations come from businesses and individuals in the community that feel the nominee needs to be recognized. The Chamber Awards are open to chamber and non-chamber members.
The Chamber Awards are held the 4th Saturday of January each year.

2021 CHAMBER AWARDS CRITERIA

 

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

 

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Previous Chamber Award Years

2020 CHAMBER AWARDS

2019 CHAMBER AWARDS

2018 CHAMBER AWARDS

2017 CHAMBER AWARDS