The Armstrong Spallumcheen Chamber of Commerce will give out awards in 10 categories at the Community Excellence Awards in May, but the organization needs help and has extended the deadline for nominations in order to encourage more submissions.
Chamber executive director Patti Noonan says people can nominate organizations and individuals in a number of categories.
“You can submit nominations, either via e-mail or in person at the chamber,” said Noonan.
“There are many businesses, not-for-profit organizations and individuals who deserve recognition.”
The extended deadline for nominations is April 30.
Nomination forms are available through the chamber office, online at aschamber.com and on Facebook.
Nominees will be announced May 2 and will each receive a certificate.
Then nominees, sponsors and guests will gather at the ‘Flamingo Room’ in Centennial Hall May 14 and join the board, staff and volunteers for an evening of networking, presentations, entertainment, casino, prizes and refreshments in the theme of Vintage Vegas style.
“We are so thankful to have the support of our members and local businesses,”said Fran Stecyk, chamber board president.
“We could not present an event like this without their support.”
Event sponsors to date include Telus, Askew’s Foods, CN, Chocoliro Finest Chocolate, Armstrong Asparagus, Fieldstone Organics and Imagine Words & Music – with more expected to be announced prior to the event.
The awards to be presented are:
Rising Star Award (Sponsor: Chris Heidt – Tekamar Mortgages Ltd.);
Micro Business of the Year Award (Sponsor: VantageOne Credit Union);
Small Business of the Year Award (Sponsor: Blackwell Building Movers);
Mid-Size Business of the Year Award (Sponsor: Community Futures North Okanagan);
Corporate Business of the Year Award (Sponsor: Hub International Barton Insurance);
Employee of the Year Award (Sponsor: Shepherd’s Home Hardware);
Revitalization & Innovation Award (Sponsor: Hytec – A Division of Kohler);
Hospitality & Tourism Award (Sponsor: Township of Spallumcheen);
Organization of the Year Award (Sponsor: Okanagan Restoration Services Ltd.);
Volunteer of the Year Award (Sponsor: City of Armstrong).
“Each award winner will receive a gift basket compliments of Edge of the Earth Winery, The Village Cheese Co., Terroir Cheese and Bella Stella Cheese,” said Stecyk.
“And there might be a few extra treats in the baskets too.”
Tickets for the evening are $25 per person and are available at the chamber office or from board members. For more information on the event call 250-546-8155 or e-mail manager@aschamber.com.
