At the Fernie Chamber of Commerce, we acknowledge that local businesses, entrepreneurs, and community groups dedicate their time to growing their businesses, creating jobs, innovating, building community, and making Fernie an excellent place to work, live and play.
Join us in celebrating the enduring strength and unity of individuals and local businesses.
CITIZEN OF THE YEAR | Sponsored by The City of Fernie
To be announced at the Award Ceremony
COMMUNITY GROUP OF THE YEAR | Sponsored by TD Bank
NEW BUSINESS OF THE YEAR | Sponsored by Fernie Alpine Resort
COMMUNITY TOURISM ACHIEVEMENT | Sponsored by Tourism Fernie
EMPLOYER OF THE YEAR | Sponsored by College of the Rockies
ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY | Sponsored by Fernie Brewing Co.
BUSINESSPERSON OF THE YEAR | Sponsored by Claris Media and Columbia Basin Trust
OUTSTANDING CUSTOMER SERVICE | Sponsored by StellerVista Credit Union
YOUTH EMPLOYER AWARD | Sponsored by Island Lake Lodge
CHAMBER BUSINESS LEGACY AWARD | Sponsored by Pattison Media
To be announced at the Award Ceremony
FERNIE BUSINESS OF THE YEAR | Sponsored by EVR
PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD | Sponsored by Rockies Law
July 16 – August 24 General nominations open until Sunday, August 24 at 11:59 PM
August 27 – September 4 Nominees receive and complete their Nominee Form to be considered for award. (deadline is September 4 at 11:59 PM, Nominee Forms will not be accepted after this time)
August 27 – September 12 People’s Choice Award opens for public voting
September 9 – September 17 Judging process begins by a panel of local judges* for Awards Categories (exceptions: People’s Choice, Citizen of the Year and Chamber Legacy)
September 19 – October 12 Tickets on sale
September 19 Finalists announced
October 16 Fernie Business Excellence Awards Ceremony at Cirque Restaurant and Bar
*see Judging Process for details
2025 Award Categories:
We invite you to nominate the people and businesses who contribute to the strength of our community, those who inspire growth in the people and in Fernie.
Anyone can nominate a business or individual for any award they feel meets the criteria outlined on the online Nomination Survey.
All nominees from each category will be contacted once the nomination period closes and asked to complete a Nominee Form that will be used by the judges to determine the finalists and winners.
Businesses and organizations nominated in all categories will be on the ballot for the People’s Choice award that the public will vote on in September.
Nominations closed!
The following guidelines are used to maintain a balanced process, ensuring nominees receive a fair chance of becoming a finalist or recipient in their category:
For each award category, the winner cannot have won in the previous year. Individuals who won last year are not eligible to win again in the same category this year.
We believe this is a balanced process, ensuring nominees receive a fair chance of becoming a finalist or recipient in their category by local authentication.
Questions related to the judging process can be emailed to events@ferniechamber.com.
Date: Thursday, October 16, 2025
Location: Cirque Restaurant and Bar
With over 120 attendees and visibility across the Chamber’s network of 280+ members, this is your opportunity to put your brand in the spotlight with the very best in Fernie.
Sponsorship benefits include*:
We offer 3 levels of sponsorship to accommodate all goals and budgets: Signature, Award and Supporting
Interested in supporting the awards? Please contact events@ferniechamber.com
Title Sponsors
Welcome Sponsors
Awards Sponsors
In-Kind Sponsors
