Annapolis Valley Business Award 2023
And the Winners are…

Last Thursday we hosted our 2023 Business Awards.
It was a fantastic evening celebration with some of our area’s many very deserving businesses.
We would like to congratulate all of the nominees, the winners in each category, and Doug Raymond, the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award.
Thank you to all of our Sponsors, Acadia University, Chartwells, Kay Forever After Photography, Graham Howes Musical Services, the event host and Chamber President Jake Rideout, our judges, Angela Myers, Elliot Levy, Gary Morse, and Paul Callaghan for making the event possible.
Congratulations!
New Business of the Year: Julie Ogilvie Digital Marketing Strategist
Micro Business of the Year: Hopper’s Yard Works Inc.
Small Business of the Year: LIV Fashion Boutique
Large Business of the Year: Luckett Vineyards
Exporter of the Year: Lightfoot & Wolfville Vineyards
Innovator of the Year: Niche Design Consultants Inc.
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Advancement Award: The Swimwear Hut and Lingerie
Stay tuned, more photos from the event are to come!

Physician Community Navigator News

Join us in welcoming Dr. Andrew Kilpatrick, Captain at 26 Canadian Forces Health Services Centre (CF H Svcs C), 14 Wing, to the Annapolis Valley, we’re so happy to have him as an addition to the community!
Meet a Board Member: Bridget Havercroft

Chambers of Commerce Awarded Accreditation

Valley Social Network – Networking at Union Street

In collaboration with CBDC Hants-Kings, and Physician Community Navigation, we’re hosting our second Valley Social Network event of 2023 – Networking at The Union Street!
Tuesday, April 25th from 4:30-6:30 PM. We’ll provide some snacks. Drinks will be available for purchase.
Additional Details: Are you a young professional in the Annapolis Valley? Come out and meet others who are doing great things!
The Valley Social Network is a space for young professionals to meet, collaborate & create. A casual environment to share ideas and skills amongst one another, make an impact and continue to develop our community.
Landmark East School Lobster Fundraiser

Welcome! – New Members:
Elite Trade Painting
Full Circle Insurance & Investment Solutions Ltd.
Unfinished Business Renovations
Shannon Reynolds – Registered Acupuncturist
DMP Professional Translation Services
Del’s Reiki Room
Scotiabank – Kentville
Digby Pines Golf Resort & Spa
Cinderella’s Caribbean Pot