Celebrate Excellence: 2026 Minto Business Recognition Awards

 What an incredible night for the Minto business community! On February 11, 2026, the Palmerston Legion was buzzing with energy as we gathered for our Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Business Recognition Awards.

It was a sold-out house filled with the entrepreneurs, volunteers, and community leaders who make Minto such a vibrant place to live and work. Between the delicious dinner and the formal Chamber updates, the evening was a powerful reminder of the resilience and heart within our local economy.

 

Milestones of Dedication: Business Anniversaries

One of the most inspiring segments of the night was honoring four of our local staples celebrating major business anniversaries. Reaching these milestones is no small feat, and we are incredibly proud of these businesses for their years of commitment to our residents:

Grant's Service Centre – Celebrating 20 Years!

Evergreen Variety – Celebrating 26 Years!

AB Dobson Ltd – Celebrating 50 Years!

Davies Antiques – Celebrating 50 Years!

Their longevity is a testament to the "Think Minto First" spirit that keeps our downtowns thriving.

 

2026 Business Recognition Awards

Sponsored by McLaughlin Financial Group

The highlight of the evening was the presentation of the 2026 Business Recognition Awards. We were proud to showcase the excellence, innovation, and heart of Minto’s business community across several categories:

• Business Community Involvement Award
• New Business of the Year Award
• Not-for-Profit Excellence Award
• Customer Service Excellence Award
• Above & Beyond Award
• Business of the Year Award
• Youth Entrepreneurship Award

And the Winners Are...
This year, we saw a great number of nominations, making the selection process more difficult than ever. A huge congratulations to our 2026 winners:

New Business of the Year: Dulce Heaven Cafe & Cones

 

Business Community Involvement Award: McDonald Chiropractic

 

Not-for-Profit Excellence Award: Palmerston Lions Club

 

Customer Excellence Award: May's Cafe at the Old Post (New Category!)

 

Above & Beyond Award: Palmerston Home Hardware (New Category!)

 

Youth Entrepreneurship Award: Bloom & Kin - Caleigh Lubbers 

 

Business of the Year: Harry Stones Social House

 

This celebration would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors. Their investment in this event is an investment in the entire Minto business community.

Title Sponsor: McLaughlin Financial Group

Award & Event Sponsors:

The Barrel House . OSiM Digital . Domino's Pizza Harriston . Matthews Tree Removal Inc

Saugeen Connects . Country Life Financial .  Matthews Utility & Forestry Equipment