Northumberland Central Chamber of Commerce announces winners of 23rd annual Business Achievement Awards

This year's awards featured nine updated and new categories, with winners announced March 27 in Cobourg

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All Creatures Great and Small in Cobourg was the recipient of the inaugural Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (IDEA) Award at the Northumberland Central Chamber of Commerce's 23rd annual Business Achievement Awards in partnership with the Town of Cobourg. One of nine awards presented on March 27, 2026, the IDEA Award recognizes businesses that have taken proactive steps to raise awareness about the importance of welcoming and accommodating all. (Photo courtesy of Northumberland Central Chamber of Commerce)
All Creatures Great and Small in Cobourg was the recipient of the inaugural Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (IDEA) Award at the Northumberland Central Chamber of Commerce's 23rd annual Business Achievement Awards in partnership with the Town of Cobourg. One of nine awards presented on March 27, 2026, the IDEA Award recognizes businesses that have taken proactive steps to raise awareness about the importance of welcoming and accommodating all. (Photo courtesy of Northumberland Central Chamber of Commerce)

The Northumberland Central Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Town of Cobourg, has announced the winners of the 23rd annual Business Achievement Awards.

The winners were celebrated at an awards ceremony on Friday night (March 27) at the Best Western Plus Cobourg Inn and Convention Centre in Cobourg.

This year’s awards featured nine updated and new categories, with other award categories returning next year.

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“By moving to a two-year awards cycle, we have been able to divide some of the broader categories into more specific awards, ensuring that every nominee competes on a truly level playing field,” said Northumberland Central Chamber of Commerce board chair Tanya Colford when announcing a call for nominations in January.

To qualify for a Business Achievement Award, businesses must be located in the Town of Cobourg, the Township of Alnwick/Haldimand, or the Township of Hamilton, and must have been operating for a minimum of two years.

This year’s winners are:

  • Entrepreneurship Award: Kerry Viggiani of Here She Creates Studio
  • IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Accessibility) Award:- All Creatures Great and Small
  • Farming & Agribusiness Award: Dirty Dog Cider and Unique Eats & Garden Treats
  • Health & Wellness Sector Award: Five Counties Children’s Centre
  • Not-For-Profit Community Services Award: Northumberland United Way
  • Outstanding Customer Experience Award: Vandermeer Toyota
  • Professional Services Award: Baker Tilly Cobourg KDN LLP
  • Small Retail Trade Award (9 or fewer employees): Spark – Smart Toys for Cool Kids
  • Tourism Operator Award: Whispering Springs Wilderness Retreat
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In addition to the categories open to nominations, recipients were announced in the following three categories:

  • Cobourg Mayor’s Award: Cucina Urbana
  • Chamber’s Chair Award: Scott McCracken
  • James Crossen Lifetime Achievement Award: Jane Sawyer and the late Steve Sawyer of Shelter Valley Pines Golf Club and Shelter Valley Park.

The Business Achievement Award wooden trophies were created by Cobourg small business It Wood ‘N Dirt.

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