Charles J Carter Lifetime Business Achievement Award:  Uli Walther

Uli Walther will receive the Chamber’s highest honour, the Charles J Carter Lifetime Business Achievement Award, in recognition of outstanding  achievement in business excellence, leadership, and community service. On learning of the honour, Mr. Walther commented, “As a proud member of  the Thunder Bay Chamber of Commerce I am thankful to this organization which gave us the basis for successful business opportunities throughout  North America and the world.” 

Honourary Membership:  Hanna Pattyson

Hanna Pattyson will be presented an Honourary Membership, in recognition of her service to the Chamber Membership. “I am honoured and greatly  appreciate this acknowledgement of my contributions to the Chamber over the 31 years I was part of the Chamber Administration.” says Mrs. Pattyson. “Thank you very much to the Past Chairs and Board of Directors for choosing me to receive an Honourary Membership.”

Meet Our 2023 Nominees

The Thunder Bay Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce 61 nominations for this year’s Annual Business Awards of Excellence, sponsored by Bell.

The themed event that celebrates the “Stars of our Business Community” is scheduled for Wednesday, May 3rd at the Thunder Bay Community Auditorium. Event information and registration is available at www.tbchamber.ca/bizawards

“These Business Awards spotlight the amazing work being done within our community. They recognize our members’ achievements and demonstrate their outstanding dedication and hard work. This blockbuster evening honours all nominees in 12 award categories,” said Charla Robinson, President.

Large Business Excellence Sponsored by BDO Canada LLP
ALSTOM Transport Canada Inc
Dougallmedia (Thunder Bay Electronics)
Half-Way Motors Group
Synterra Security Solutions LP
TBT Engineering Limited

Medium Business Excellence Sponsored by Weiler Maloney Nelson
KBM
RAS Maintenance Services
Red Lion Smokehouse

Small Business Excellence Sponsored by Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission
Applauze Productions
Blue Harbour Financial Inc.
Carol’s Cakes
International Dance Academy
Kangas Sauna Limited
Larson Lawyers Professional Corporation
Portobello Home
Sail Superior
Stella WaxBar
Swag Events
Tomlin Restaurant
Wellspring (Formerly Maamawi Counselling)

Business Person of the Year Sponsored by OLG
Sean Davies, Maintair Aviation Services Ltd
Kate Lamers, Stella WaxBar
Michael Quibell, Dew Drop Inn Thunder Bay
Erin Sisko, The Elleiance Network

Clean, Green & Beautiful Sponsored by City of Thunder Bay
Lakehead Region Conservation Authority
Nomad by Pinetree Catering
Portobello Home
The Salvation Army Journey to Life Centre

Customer Service Sponsored by TD
Blue Harbour Financial
Dawson General Store
Giorg Cucina e Barra
ITEC 2000 Equipment Inc.
J.B. Evans Fashions & Footwear
Red Lion Smokehouse

Game Changer Sponsored by Synergy North
Celsius
Cinema 5 Skatepark / Female Boarder Collective
Kari Chiappetta Consulting Inc.
Secure Orbit Inc.
Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission/City of Thunder Bay /Maintair Aviation Services Ltd & Partners

Looking Good Sponsored by Enbridge
Memorial Home Building Centre
Thunder Bay Public Library
Tomlin Restaurant

New Business Excellence Sponsored by Nuclear Waste Management Organization
Dawson General Store
Intrinsic Fitness & Lifestyle
Lakehead Beer Company

Not For Profit Excellence Sponsored by Impala Canada Limited
Dorset Pier Community Care
George Jeffrey Children’s Centre
Our Kids Count
Rotary Club of Thunder Bay (Fort William)
Thunder Bay Symphony Orchestra
Thunder Pride Association
YES Employment Services

Quality of Life Sponsored by TBT Engineering Ltd
Ageless Aesthetics Studio
Bay Village Coffee
Dew Drop Inn Thunder Bay
Evergreen a United Neighbourhood
Thunder Bay Public Library

Young Entrepreneur Sponsored by OPG
Scotia-Leigh Kauppi, Sweet Cherry Spa
Emily Kohne, Swell Bakery
Kate Lamers, Stella WaxBar
Carolyn Mancuso, Ignite Behaviour Consulting Inc.