january 28, 2014
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Section W of the January 28, 2014 edition of the Comox Valley RecordTRANSCRIPT
CONGRATULATIONS TO THIS YEAR’S
WINNERS
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Murray PresleyMurray Presley has sat on many boards, including Child Development Association, Regional District, Economic Development Society and L’Arche. He's been a member of the BC Small Business Roundtable. He was named B.C. Chartered Accountant of the Year in 1997. He also served on Courtenay council.
WINNER FOR: PRESIDENTS MERIT AWARD
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Greg TingaPrime Chophouse & Wine Bar250-871-7292www.theprimechophouse.com
Kory Wagstaff
President of Highland Secondary’s Aboriginal Student Council for the past two years, this grade 12 student demonstrates an interest and ability in representing aboriginal student interests within school government. Consistently gracing the Honour Roll and a long-time air cadet, he’s positive role model both in and out of school.
With extensive restaurant experience, Kory moved to the Valley in 2008 and immediately recognized an opportunity. He earned his MBA in International Business in 2008 and opened Prime in 2012. In addition to wowing diners, Prime hosts weekly “Community Throwback” dinners, donating 25% to local non-profi ts.
WINNER FOR: YOUTH
LEADERSHIPAWARD
WINNER FOR: YOUNG
ENTREPRENEURAWARD
I-Hos Gallery250-339-7702 www.ihosgallery.com
Ramona Johnson
Owned by the K’ómoks First Nation, the I-Hos Gallery has consistently raised the profi le of Northwest First Nations by showcasing their art and culture. Under the leadership of manager Ramona Johnson since its inception nearly 18 years ago, I-Hos continues to emulate the cultural values of our community.
WINNER FOR: SMALL BUSINESS of the YEAR
Westjet YQQ250-339-8990 www.westjet.com
Westjet’s YQQ team
The 23 Westjetters in YQQ are regularly applauded for their kindness. Whether it’s one of the thousands of face-to-face interactions with their guests weekly, or volunteering out in the community for various charitable organizations, the successful formula is simple: Westjetters care about people
WINNER FOR: PROFESSEIONAL MERIT AWARD
Cascadia Liquor Store250-871-8171
www.cascadialiquor.com
Cascadia Liquor Store, best known for its selection, service and competitive pricing, has been a proud member of the Comox Valley since 2012. Guided by a mandate to engage and support the community it serves, Cascadia has contributed over $11,000 to local and global charities in 2013 alone.
WINNER FOR: NEW BUSINESS of the YEAR
COMOX VALLEY CHAMBER of COMMERCE
WINNERS OF THE ANNUALCOMMUNITY AWARDS
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WINNERS OF THE ANNUALCOMMUNITY AWARDS
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Lawyers & Notaries103, 575 – 10th Street, Courtenay, BC, V9N 1P9
250-871-2711
Shook WickhamBishop & Field, a full service law � rm which has been serving Vancouver Island for almost 50 years is pleased to announce it’s association with Comox Valley small business lawyer,
Wayne Anderson.
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Jill Rushton Dona Cameron250-339-0741A respected member of the Old
House’s guest services team for three years, Jill approaches every guest interaction with warmth, kindness and an attentive ear. She leads by example with her various charitable initiatives and approaches each new day with unbridled optimism.
Dona’s devotion to and eff ect upon the community is widespread. She fi rst began volunteering with St. Joseph’s Hospital as a “candy-striper” in the 1950s. A hospital foundation board member and president of the United Church Women (UCW), helping others is just a way of life for her and her family.
Mike Hamilton Logging Ltd.250-338-6932Mike Hamilton Logging Ltd. has operated throughout Vancouver Island and on the mainland since 1974. In an industry that has had its ups and downs, they made a name for themselves and have continued to thrive. But, within the community, it’s their contributions to activities outside the forest industry for which they are known.
WINNER FOR: HERITAGE RECOGNITION AWARD
St. Joseph’s General Hospital250-339-1409
www.sjghcomox.ca
Growing from just four beds to 241, St. Joe’s has provided “care with compassion” for 100 years. In 2012-13 alone it hosted 544 births and 22,639 ER visits. With an annual payroll of more than $42 million, it’s also a key driver of the local economy.
WINNER FOR: BUSINESS of the YEAR
The Birds and the Beans250-890-9025
www.thebirdsandthebeans.blogspot.ca
Leasing a plot of Valley land, four young farmers have come together to produce an outstanding array of crops as well as poultry. Based in organic practices they are proving that producing the components of a full diet on a single farm is benefi cial to consumers and local food systems.
WINNER FOR: AGRICULTURAL BUSINESS of the YEAR
WINNER FOR: CUSTOMER
SERVICEAWARD
WINNER FOR: CITIZEN
of the YEARAWARD
COMOX VALLEY CHAMBER of COMMERCE
WINNERS OF THE ANNUALCOMMUNITY AWARDS
GLACIERVIEW FINANCIALNORTH ISLAND COLLEGE
WEDLER ENGINEERINGPRESLEY & PARTNERSVANCOUVER ISLAND
INSURANCE CENTRES
MANATEE HOLDINGSFIRST INSURANCECANADIAN TIRETHRIFTY FOODSSPEEDY GLASSMNP LLP
WINNERS OF THE ANNUALCOMMUNITY AWARDS
GLACIERVIEW FINANCIALNORTH ISLAND COLLEGE
WEDLER ENGINEERINGPRESLEY & PARTNERSVANCOUVER ISLAND
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Old House Hotel & Spa250-703-0202www.oldhousevillage.com
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