Stayner Chamber honours best in business

The Stayner Chamber of Commerce handed out business awards at the Presidents’ Black and White Ball May 2.

The Thomas Stayner award, for volunteer of the year, went to Robert Walker, A&D Birdseed was named business of the year, Jim Dougall of Stayner Home Hardware was named employee of the year, Mark Gobuty of The Peace Naturals Project was named entrepreneur of the year, the new business award went to Grazia’s Italian Kitchen and Bakery, Creemore resident Judah Page was named youth of the year and Michael Gennings was presented the community builder award.

A president’s award was added this year.

The recipient is chosen by the Chamber of Commerce president, recognizing and honouring an individual, company or organization which, through involvement in business, professional association and community service, has had a significant impact on the town of Stayner and community.

President John Squire presented the award to the Clearview Fire Department Station 1 crew.

“It was difficult to pick just the one station as the whole group of volunteers are very deserving of this award,” said Squire.