The Fernie Chamber of Commerce has announced the finalists for the 2025 Fernie Business Excellence Awards!
This year’s theme, “Rooted Resilience: Growing Stronger Together,” celebrates the strength and growth that emerge from deep community connections. The annual event honours the grit, achievements, and contributions of individuals, businesses, and organizations that continue to shape Fernie into a thriving and resilient community.
“The Business Excellence Awards are always one of the most anticipated events of the year,” said Wendy McDougall, Executive Director of the Fernie Chamber. “This year’s theme highlights how deeply connected and resilient our business community is. It’s inspiring to see so many finalists who reflect those values and who continue to drive Fernie forward.”
2025 Award Finalists
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
• Fernie & District Arts Council: The Arts Station
• Fernie Pride Society
• Fernie Trails Alliance
New Business of the Year – Sponsored by Fernie Alpine Resort
• Bayleaf Indian Fusion
• Fernie’s Pharmacy
• Tow-All Rentals Ltd.
Community Tourism Achievement – Sponsored by Tourism Fernie
• Fernie Trails Alliance
• Kamu Sauna
• The Knox on 2nd
Employer of the Year – Sponsored by College of the Rockies
• Freestone Construction & Property Care Inc.
• Peacock Hospitality Group
• Three Sisters Day Spa
Environmental Sustainability – Sponsored by Fernie Brewing Co.
• AmbassadorWILD
• Elk River Alliance
• Nupqu
Businessperson of the Year – Sponsored by Claris Media and Columbia Basin Trust
• Marina Pauw | Peacock Hospitality Group
• Megan Lohmann | Community Energy Association
• Victoria Flemming | Park Place Lodge
Outstanding Customer Service – Sponsored by StellerVista
• Amundsen Electric
• Luber’s Oil Express Change
• Polar Peek Books
Youth Employer of the Year – Sponsored by Island Lake Lodge
• Big Bang Bagels
• Elk Valley Dolphins Swim Club
• The Vogue Theatre
Chamber Business Legacy Award – Sponsored by Pattison Media
• To be announced at the Award Ceremony
Fernie Business of the Year – Sponsored by EVR
• Barkside Pets
• Peacock Hospitality Group
• Ski Base
People’s Choice Award – Sponsored by Rockies Law
• Freestone Construction & Property Care Inc.
• Western Financial Group
• Westland Insurance
The Business Excellence Awards remain a highlight of Fernie’s calendar, bringing the community together for an evening of recognition, networking, and celebration. Guests can expect a formal awards presentation, food and drinks, and the chance to applaud the outstanding contributions that continue to strengthen Fernie.
The Fernie Chamber extended thanks to everyone who submitted nominations, the nominees, finalists, and the many sponsors who make the event possible.
