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BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARDS

Celeberating the Achievements of Businesses

PHOTOS SUPPLIED BY TOMASZ ADAMSKI

The Cambridge Chamber of Commerce handed out Business of the Year 50 employees & over award winner:
the hardware recently recognizing the achievements Gaslight Events Company Inc.
of the local business community. During a time of great uncertainty, Gaslight Events Company
The awards were presented in front of a sold-out crowd of Inc. has continually experienced massive growth by sticking
to its goal of being the best at what it does. While supporting
approximately 360 business leaders and Cambridge/Township local remains key for this female-owned company, supporting
of North Dumfries officials at Tapestry Hall in May. The Business its growing staff is just as important which is why its female-led
Excellence Awards is the Chamber’s premier event and has executive team has taken great strides to create an exclusive
honoured the contributions and achievements of business and supportive workspace. It’s ability to adapt and grow, while
leaders in the City of Cambridge and Township of North staying true to its mission of creating a unique events space
Dumfries since 2000, and features 11 award categories, nine that celebrates and blends the local arts and the community,
of whom require nominations. In total, nearly 70 nominations have remained paramount.
were received.
Outstanding Workplace – Employer of the Year Award:
2023 BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARDS recipients are: Pur Balance Massage & Facial Spa
Business of the Year 1-10 employees award winner: When it comes to creating a welcoming and supportive
Sousa Bookkeeping & Taxes workplace, Pur Balance Massage & Facial Spa goes that
Being a good corporate citizen is anything but a chore for this extra mile to ensure its employees are presented with every
award recipient, and in fact, quite the opposite holds true. opportunity to succeed. It’s a female-driven company that
Sousa Bookkeeping & Taxes revels in the chance to give back is committed to not only building and retaining a diverse
to not only the community, but also its employees by creating a workforce through mentorship, but by promoting a healthy
safe zone for everyone. From donating to local food banks and and positive workplace through team-building events. Besides
Cambridge Memorial Hospital, to providing free and reduced building a foundation of camaraderie, this has also created
rate tax services to low-income individuals and seniors, this is a work environment where achievements and successes are
a company that believes community always matters. celebrated among team members.

Business of the Year 11-49 employees award winner: Marketing Excellence Award:
Central Industrial Solutions Downtown Cambridge BIA
This company has developed a very diverse and loyal customer Thanks to some very captivating short-form video features that
base thanks to its long-time commitment for providing the best played well on Instagram Reels, filled with stunning visuals and
service possible. Using an honest approach, Central Industrial narratives, the BIA successfully promoted downtown businesses,
Solutions has built a foundation of trust among its customers, events, openings, and campaigns to a much broader audience.
many who have been loyal patrons for 20 years. Its commitment Balancing this success by using other digital platforms,
to loyalty also extends to their staff, whom they provide including Facebook and its website, as well as traditional media
competitive wages and benefits, plus team-building perks to releases, allowed the BIA to experience substantial reach to
create a friendly and productive workplace environment. bolster its message that downtown Cambridge is a very vibrant
destination filled with attractions, among them a new outdoor
gallery called The Galtway.

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