Milton shone a spotlight on the individuals, businesses and organizations that make it special Wednesday night (Oct. 23) at Rattlesnake Point Golf Club.
That was the scene for the annual Chamber of Commerce Community and Business Excellence Awards.
Here’s a look at this year’s recipients:
Citizen of the Year – Georgia Shaw
A Life Member of the local Legion, Georgia has been its Chief Steward for two-plus decades now – supporting veterans in a number of ways. She’s also bolstered the Townsend Smith Foundation’s efforts to bring a hospice to north Halton through bottle drives that have raised more than $70,000.
Lifetime Achievement – Astrid Lakats
Heavily involved in the community since arriving here in 2004, Astrid has served on the board of Home Suite Hope – helping provide transitional housing for those in need – and as treasurer for the Milton United Way. The chartered accountant’s volunteer resume also includes a lengthy stint with the Mississauga Halton Community Care Access Centre and her current service as board chair with the Townsend Smith Foundation.
Volunteer of the Year – Annie Lu
Annie’s dedication to the community runs deep, and extends to numerous organizations. Among them is the Martin Street Public School parent count, the Canada Learning Code, Milton Stags basketball program, Milton Pickleball Association and the Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides.
Small Business of the Year
Winner – Kim Family Chiropractic
Nominees – Avanti Homecare, Milton Villager magazine
Mid-Sized Business of the Year
Winner – Onyx Fit
Nominees – Stirling Montessori Academy, Turning Point Children’s Therapy and Development Centre
Large Business of the Year
Winner – TransPro Freight Systems
Nominees – Team Honda Powerhouse of Milton, Wheel King TransHaul
Not-for-Profit of the Year
Winner – Distress Centre Halton
Nominees – Landscape Ontario, The Farley Foundation
Entrepreneur of the Year
Winner – WeeCare Pediatric Home Health Care
Nominees – Rockwood Garage Doors, The Eighth Note Local Eatery and Live Music Bar
Best Workplace
Winner – Chudleigh’s Ltd.
Nominees – Crozier Consulting Engineers, J. Currie Plumbing Inc.
Excellence in Innovation
Winner – Conestoga College
Nominees – Code Ninjas Milton, Habitat28