The Mission Record Thursday, June 13, 2013 19
BusinessTRACK Mission Chamber of Commerce
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Business Excellence Awards celebrated in style
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n June 8, the Business Excellence Awards celebrated businesses and organizations that go above and beyond in Mission. Presented by RDM Lawyers LLP, the awards were held at Silverdale Community Centre as a nostalgic nod to the Chamber’s 120th celebrations. Those in attendance enjoyed the glance back at the growth of Mission and the strength of today’s business community. Chamber President Sean Melia noted in his opening remarks the importance of having a municipal council that supports the business community. He addressed the opportunity to provide an economic garden in which local business can prosper and the Chamber’s role as a resource and support for its members. “Wouldn’t we all want to work 10 minutes from home rather than an hour commute?” Melia asked the audience. After inspiring the crowd, master of ceremonies Tanya Fletcher, afternoon anchor of News 1130, led the program through to its successful conclusion. Those nominated and the award recipients are: Local Focus Awarded to Save On Foods Mission Springs Brewing Embers BBQ House Walker Park Media
Supplies Evoke Wellness Centre Connect Hearing Mr. Mikes Steakhouse Casual Power of Small Awarded to Nutek Sign Creations Cherry Lane Scrapbook Shoppe Inc. Iron Lotus Yoga Hylee Training Grab a Java What’s On Magazine? Walker Park Media Silk Degrees Mission Barbers Intrapreneurial Excellence Awarded to Mission Springs Brewing Co. Mr. Mikes Steakhouse Casual Mission City Business Centre Walker Park Media Artisan Log Homes Luxor Gas Fireplaces Save on Foods Sure Fire Gas Services Evoke Wellness Centre
Ferndale Farms 3 Crows Gallery Tim Hortons What’s on Magazine? Blackberry Kitchen
Services Mission Horse Club Mission DBA Blanket BC Society CIVL Radio Mission Minor Softball
Community Builder Awarded to Mission Arts Council Big Brothers Big Sisters Mission Adopt a Block Mission Community
Customer First Awarded to Cherry Lane Scrapbook Shoppe Inc. Prospera Credit Union Red’s Grill Excalibur Electric
Walker Park Media Edward Jones Mission Towing Mission Automotive Symons Tire Wayco Flooring Abstract Auto Glass Magnolias on Main Uncommon Thredz FUEL Save on Foods Fraser Valley Building
The final presentation of the night was the President’s Award. This award is bestowed on a business or business leader who tirelessly supports and contributes to the development of Mission. Often unsung, these businesses and leaders do their work not for recognition but for the betterment of all. Unlike the other awards, the President’s Award is nominated by the board of directors of the Chamber of Commerce and does not go through a judging process.
This year’s recipient was Ron Leger, RJ Leger CGA Ltd. Recognized for his tireless fundraising efforts for St. Joseph’s Food Bank building, where he has raised more than $535,000; Ron is a Rotarian that definitely lives service over self. He works tirelessly supporting and volunteering on many community organizations boards such as the Optimist Club, Historical Society, and Kinsmen Club. An accountant in Mission for 25 years, Ron often provides his services as a financial agent for those seeking to make a difference politically, at no cost. In 2012, Ron received the Queen’s Jubilee Award not only in recognition of work here but also for constructing a hospital in Malawi. A standing ovation met Ron's presentation with many in the audience having had the pleasure of working alongside him and acknowledging his selfless work. During an intermission, the Chamber unveiled a short video that has been created highlighting its work and the growing business community over the last 120 years. The full video will be posted on the Chamber’s YouTube Channel later this month. Many noted that this year’s gala was an exceptional event that offered great opportunities to do business and learn about the success that occurs daily in Mission.
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