2022 Stoney Creek Chamber Community Achievement Awards GALA on May 18, 2023 at Winona Vine Estates
In 1967, the Stoney Creek Chamber of Commerce awarded its first Citizen of the Year Award. Since then, the recognition has been expanded to recognize great citizens and businesses that have distinguished themselves with outstanding contributions to our community.
Each year a wonderful Awards Gala is held in honor of the award recipients.
Six recipients were honored on May 18th at Winona Vine Estates.
The over 230 attendees enjoyed a fabulous banquet leading into the award celebration.
Business Achievement Awards
The Business Achievement Awards include the Outstanding Large Business Achievement Award, Small Business Achievement Award, Legacy Award, and Community Recognition Award. Ultimately, these businesses make Stoney Creek ad the surrounding communities a better place to work, live, and play.
Citizen of the Year 2022 – Georgina Beattie
The Citizen of the Year award is presented to an individual who continually gives of themselves and helps many others in the process. Their outstanding contributions to Stoney Creek in community service and volunteering define excellence in character and contribute to improving the lives of our citizens.
Award sponsored by Donald V. Brown Funeral Home Ltd.
Junior Citizen of the Year 2022 – Faith McDonald
The Junior Citizen of the Year Award is presented to young people for their outstanding contributions to the community, and within their school.
Award Sponsored by Stoney Creek News / Lion’s Club of Stoney Creek
Outstanding Small Business 2022 – Literacy and Mathematics Academy
The Outstanding Small Business Achievement Award recognizes outstanding local businesses and is presented to a company that stands out in our community as a leader. This company demonstrates outstanding business practices, excellence in community relations, sustainable growth and quality customer service.
Award Sponsored by Bertram & Barry Insurance
Outstanding Large Business 2022 – Alectra Utilities
The Outstanding Large Business Achievement Award recognizes outstanding local businesses and is presented to a company that stands out in our community as a leader. This company demonstrates outstanding business practices, excellence in community relations, sustainable growth and quality customer service.
Award Sponsored by Hamilton Economic Development, City of Hamilton
Legacy Award – Earl Paddock Transportation
The Legacy Award is awarded to a business that has a longstanding history in the community.
Award Sponsored by Fuller Landau LLP
Community Recognition Award Winona Men’s Club
The Community Recognition Award is awarded to an organization (charity or not-for-profit) which is highly regarded for raising funds or providing services, making a positive impact and improving the lives of people within the community.
Award sponsored by RBC Royal Bank
EVENT PARTNER: Stoney Creek News
VIDEO SPONSORS: Meridian Credit Union and TBD
RECEPTION SPONSORS: McHugh Whitmore LLP Law Firm, TBD.
MCE is sponsoring the Mohawk Jazz Trio