Lethbridge Chamber hands out 10 business awards at 2026 gala
McCain Foods took home Business of the Year as the Lethbridge Chamber of Commerce recognized local companies and entrepreneurs at its annual awards gala.
The Lethbridge Chamber of Commerce held its 2026 Lethbridge Business Awards on October 22 at the Coast Lethbridge Hotel & Conference Centre, honouring 10 businesses and organizations across the city.
McCain Foods received the Business of the Year Award, sponsored by Community Futures Lethbridge Region, while EnergySmart Canada won the Bridge Builder Award and EFS-plastics Alberta Inc. took the Business Innovation Award. The YMCA of Lethbridge was named Employer of the Year, and Ramton Homes Ltd. received the Excellence in Customer Service Award.
Cornerstone Funeral Home Ltd. earned the Legacy of Excellence Award, and the Aurora Centre was recognized as Non-Profit of the Year. Founders Cafe & Bakery won the Outstanding New Venture Award, while the Southern Alberta Art Gallery received the Spirit of Reconciliation Award, named Maansiksikaitsitapiitsinikssin. Bradley Wynder was honoured with the Young Business Professional Award.
The event was held in association with title partner Davidson & Williams LLP, with each award sponsored by a different local organization or business.
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