Event Info, Nominees and
2023 Winners Below:
The Business Excellent Awards for 2024 will be held on Wednesday, March 26, at the Caledonia Lions Hall. The Awards exist to celebrate and recognize the best of Caledonia Region's Businesses, Organizations and People across 8 categories. ​
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Doors open at 5:30 pm
Cash bar opens at 5:45 pm
Buffet Dinner will start at 6:15
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Thank You to Our Partners:
HD Mutual
Suzanne Athanasiou - Desjardins Agent
Grand River Wealth Management
Wally Parr
Haldimand Insurance Brokers
Strategy Construction
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DINNER MENU:
​Dinner is being catered by Tony's Corner Xpress and will include:
Chicken Skewers
Gyro
Rice
Roasted Potatoes
Greek Salad
and Baklava for dessert
Barb Martindale Citizen of the Year -
Sponsored By Suzanne Athanasiou, Desjardins Agent
This award, renamed to honour the former Executive Director, is given to the citizen who has significantly impacted the Caledonia area.
2023 Nominees:
Steve Skidmore
Kathy Marshall
Mike Montgomery
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2023 WINNER- Mike Mongomery
Business of the Year-
Sponsored by Grand River Wealth Management
Involvement in community activities or service, showing business leadership, developing partnerships and contributing to Caledonia’s quality of life are important.
2023 Nominees:
Strategy Construction
Dixon Cycle
Darrick Davidson Heating, Cooling and Duct Cleaning
Caledonia Studio of Dance
On The 6 Design
Young Reflections
Cafecito House
Smyth's Custom Exteriors
Oranje Son Brewery
JL Fitness and Lifestyle
Leigh Ann Stapleton
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2023 WINNER - Strategy Construction
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Best New Business- Sponsored by Caledonia Scotiabank
Awarded to a business opened since 2019.
2023 Nominees:
Revival Coffee Shop
Kayla’s quality kleaning
RV Master
Drip Hot Yoga
Dixon Cycle
Baby Barn Boutique
Oranje Son Brewing
Caledonia Orthodontics
Cafecito House
Butter & Creme
Stay Sharp Sports
K9 Principles
Hill House Fitness
JL Fitness and Lifestyle
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2023 WINNER - Drip Hot Yoga
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Outstanding Organization- Strategy Construction
All service clubs, religious groups and organizations are eligible. Must have been in service for at least one year and contributed in a positive manner focusing on improvements and/or support where needed.
2023 Nominees: ​
Haldimand Photography Club
Inclusions Developmental Services
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2023 WINNER - Haldimand Photography Club
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Young Leader- Sponsored by Wally Parr
Any Caledonia area resident under the age of 35.
2023 Nominee and WINNER: Curtis Ryan
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Best Place to Work - Sponsored by Caledonia CIBC
Open to businesses or organizations where employees and/or volunteers feel valued and have a positive impact on the community.
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2023 Nominees:
Haldimand Insurance
Darrick Davidson Heating, Cooling and Duct Cleaning
Caledonia Studio of Dance
Royal Canadian Legion Caledonia
Grand River Dinner Cruises
Mr. J's Taxi
Grand River Dinner Cruises
SheDo Tax Company
Strategy Construction
Smyth's Custom Exteriors
Canadian Tire Caledonia
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2023 WINNER - Grand River Dinner Cruises
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Best Home-Based Business -
Sponsored by Haldimand Insurance Brokers Ltd.
Awarded to a business, service or organization without a physical store-front.
2023 Nominees:
Regan Staats Makeup
Heather Mastromatteo
TechKey.ca Computer Support Services
Rabi's Grand Kitchen
Oranje Son Brewing
Leigh Ann Stapleton
HDI Electrical Service LTD
Cafecito House
Butter & Creme
K9 Principles
Butter & Creme
Toshia Shurr
Heather Mastromatteo
Amber Peart RMT
JL Fitness &Lifestyle
PC Yard Signs
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2023 WINNER - Heather Mastromatteo
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Carol Ritchie Scotch Thistle Best Tourism Provider -
Sponsored by Padovani Travel
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A significant contributor to tourism in the Caledonia area
2023 Nominees:
Two Row on the Grand
Caledonia Legion
Biker's Haven
Harrison Landing
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2023 WINNER - Caledonia Legion
