Recognizing leadership, innovation, and community impact across Abbotsford’s business community with the release of the 2026 award nominees.
(ABBOTSFORD B.C) October 5th, 2026 – The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce and Abbotsford News are proud to announce the official nominees for the 30th Annual Business Excellence Awards, celebrating the people, businesses and organizations helping shape Abbotsford’s economic success.
From emerging entrepreneurs and family-run businesses to established industry leaders and dedicated non-profit organizations, this year’s nominees showcase the innovation, resilience and entrepreneurial spirit that continue to move Abbotsford forward.
For three decades, the Business Excellence Awards have celebrated the people and organizations that make Abbotsford such a great place to live, work and do business. The 30th anniversary marks an important milestone for the awards and reflects the continued growth, evolution and entrepreneurial strength of Abbotsford’s business community.
“Abbotsford’s business community continues to raise the bar,” said Alex Mitchell, CEO of the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce. “These nominees represent the ambition and entrepreneurial drive that are powering our city forward. They are creating jobs, investing in our community, taking risks and building businesses and organizations that strengthen our economy. For 30 years, these awards have celebrated business excellence in Abbotsford, and this year’s nominees demonstrate just how strong the future of our business community is.”
“What an incredible milestone, 30 years of recognizing excellence in business in Abbotsford.” said Shaulene Walsh, Regional Publisher for AbbyNews. “It is truly inspiring to celebrate the dedication, innovation and contributions of the businesses that make the Abbotsford community so strong. These businesses work hard every day to serve our community, create opportunities and make a difference, and it is a privilege to stand beside, recognize and celebrate their achievements through the Business Excellence Awards.”
The categories for this year’s awards and the respective nominees are as follows:
- Home Based Business Excellence
- Just Breathe Pilates
- SoapScapes
- Beyond Hypnotherapy
- Manufacturing & Industrial Excellence
- Columbia Kitchen Cabinets Ltd.
- Innovative Mining Services Inc.
- Mainland Machinery
- Agriculture & Agri-Business Excellence
- Bos Sod Farms Inc
- The Meat Shoppe
- Rossdown Farm
- Tourism Excellence
- Silverbrook Farm
- Lakeland Flowers
- Taves Farms and Estate Cidery
- Abbotsford International Airshow Society
- Mango Market
- Zuvreet Kaur PREC*
- Abbotsford Agrifair
- Consumer Services Excellence
- AirVantage Heating & Cooling
- McConkey Arborist Services
- Ranallo’s Pizza & Gelato Catering Services
- Mamba Security Ltd
- Flooring Canada
- Yes Chef
- Business of Doing Good Award
- MCC Centre Thrift
- Sunny Sharma Real Estate
- Hugs in a Mug
- Hereafter Pets
- Western Community College
- Hyland Properties
- Non-Profit Organization of The Year
- LIFE Recovery Association
- BeMorr Society
- Hope for Korah
- Care For Women Foundation
- Canuck Place Children’s Hospice – Dave Lede House
- BC Blueberry Council
- Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation
- The Abbotsford Legion
- Indigenous Business of the Year
- Ajijaak Contracting Ltd.
- Hungerford Properties for the Xchange
- Dream Catchers Thrift Store
- Company of Young Professionals & Entrepreneurs Award
- GrowEasy Solutions – Saboor Meherzad
- Heritage Carpets & Flooring Ltd – Srikanth Mogulala
- Troubleshoot Now – Chhayank Kaushik
- New Business of The Year
- Mag Windows
- SWIFT AI Group Inc.
- The Scream Machine
- Simply Golf – Abbotsford Indoor Golf
- Northpoint Realty Inc
- Fast Air Ltd
- Ornae and Spirit Hair Studio
- Unique Minds Consulting
- Established Business of The Year
- Ledgeview Golf Club
- Flair Airlines
- Remax Elevate Realty
- Hudson Service Group
- WildFrog Systems
- Clearway Rentals
- Entrepreneur of The Year
- Lully’s – Andrew “Skully” White
- Diesel Doctor – Jordan and Sara De Jong
- Cassiar Film Co – Adam Wormwald Cassiart
- Farmhouse Brewing -Colleen Neels and Dan Neels
- Women in Business Excellence Award
- Biggar Diamonds
- Honeycomb Studios
- Mamba Cycle Abbotsford
- The Goddess Movement
- Pavilion Business Services
- Albert & Co Law LLP
- Red Lotus Spa & Laser Inc
- ProMed Eye Health
- Fraser Valley Hypnosis
The awards ceremony will take place at the Clarion Hotel on Thursday, November 12th from 4:00pm to 7:00pm. Tickets are available for $95, or $760 for a table of 8, with hors d’oeuvres, drinks, and reception food stations.
The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce is proud to recognize the generous support of this year’s sponsors and partners, including Platinum Sponsors: Doane Grant Thornton LLP and TD Bank, Diamond Sponsors: Auguston Town Development Inc., IGL Benefit Consultants Inc. and Trans Mountain Canada Inc., Gold Sponsors: Blackwood Building Centre Ltd., Canadian Western Bank, FortisBC Energy Inc., KPMG LLP, Longboard Architectural Products, Royal Bank of Canada, Sevenoaks SC Limited Partnership, The Scotiabank Women Initiative, Tourism Abbotsford, Trimark People Solutions Incorporated and Tru Cooperative Bank, Silver Sponsor: Business Development Bank of Canada, Welcome Drink Sponsor: RDM Lawyers LLP and Venue Partner: Clarion Hotel & Conference Centre.
Quick facts
- The 30th Annual Business Excellence Awards are taking place on November 12th, 2026, from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM at the Clarion Hotel and Conference Centre.
- The ceremony will recognize winners from 13 categories.
- Tickets are available here for $95, or $760 for a table of 8.
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About the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce:
The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce represents the needs of Abbotsford’s businesses and empowers economic development across the Fraser Valley region. For over 110 years, the Abbotsford Chamber has been the voice of business, working on behalf of over 850 members, investing in the next generation of entrepreneurs and young professionals, breaking down barriers to business development and trade, advocating for investments and policies to help businesses succeed, and building community and connections.
The Abbotsford Chamber is nationally accredited to meet standards of business excellence and provide benefits to its member organizations.
About Abbotsford News:
With over 100 years of service, the Abbotsford News’ integral, trusted journalism is consumed by our loyal readers weekly in print, and 24/7 online at abbynews.com. Our advertising clients work closely with the largest dedicated local audience our community has to offer, and our highly trafficked advertising platforms provide the conduit between our readers and their businesses.
