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This year’s awards show took on quite a different look.
The Med restaurant won a pair of awards, including being named business of the year, when Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce held its annual Business Excellence Awards on Oct. 23.
There were a total of 12 awards handed out during the event, which was held virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
“It was an exciting evening as the winner in each category was announced, and this year was truly a celebration of entrepreneurial spirit, vision and thinking outside of the box as our businesses and non-profit agencies navigate the challenges created by the pandemic,” chamber president Krystin Kempton said in a press release.
“We also want to recognize all of the nominees for their determination, passion and contributions to the community.”
Here is a list of this year’s winners, who will receive their awards during an upcoming private ceremony:
Business of the Year: The Med
People’s Choice Award: Turning Points Collaborative Society
Small Business of the Year: Anna’s Vitamins Plus
New Business of the Year: Fill – Vernon’s Refill Store
Young Entrepreneur of the Year: Alysia Lor-Knill, Teassential
Businessperson of the Year: Tony Dyck, Okanagan Spirits Craft Distillery
Employer of the Year: Sproing Creative
Customer Service Award: Sterling Centre Remedy’s RX Pharmacy
Manufacturer of the Year: UnderGround Kombucha
Non-Profit Excellence Award: Social Planning Council North Okanagan
Community Leader of the Year: Okanagan Spirits Craft Distillery
Innovator of the Year: The Med
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