These recognition awards are presented to established Business Members of the Port Sydney/Utterson & Area Chamber of Commerce who have demonstrated qualities such as:
Previous recipients cannot be considered for the same award again. A Business of the Year nominee must: have been in operation for 2+ years; have demonstrated success and innovation over the years. A New Business of the Year nominee must: have been in operation for less than 2 years. (Change of location/ownership qualify.) (NOTE: Nominators must be current Members of the Port Sydney/Utterson & Area Chamber of Commerce, and each Nominator may submit up to one Nominee for consideration in each category each year.) The 2024 Business Awards were revealed during our Annual General Meeting on November 14, 2024.
CONGRATULATIONS to our 2024 Winners!
Business of the Year Award: David’s General Store
New Business of the Year Award: Schutten Custom Carpentry
The Port Sydney/Utterson & Area Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year Award is presented annually to one person who has made a significant contribution to the Port Sydney/Utterson community. To qualify, a recipient must:
live in the community
exemplify community spirit
add to the quality of life for others in the community
and be known for ‘going the extra mile’ by volunteering when he or she sees a need
Our Citizen of the Year Awards are presented on July 1 during Canada Day festivities hosted by Port Sydney Parks and Recreation Group at Port Sydney Beach (Mary Lake).
The Port Sydney/Utterson & Area Chamber of Commerce Leadership Award” is presented to the Graduating Student at V.K. Greer Memorial Public School who has provided Exemplary Leadership.
