Celebrating Excellence: Highlights from the 2025 Small Business Awards
On October 21, 2025, the Truro & Colchester Chamber of Commerce proudly hosted the 2025 Small Business Awards at the Marigold Cultural Centre—an inspiring evening dedicated to recognizing the remarkable entrepreneurs and organizations that drive our region forward.
This signature annual event brought together business leaders, community partners, nominees, and supporters for a night of celebration. Guests enjoyed special video features showcasing each winner’s story, giving an inside look at their passion, innovation, and commitment to our local economy.
Honouring Our 2025 Award Winners
We are thrilled to recognize this year’s outstanding recipients:
- Agriculture/Agri Small Business of the Year: Co-Op Country Store
- Environmental Stewardship Award: Subway Bottle Exchange
- Excellence in Community Development: Fundy Scoops
- Excellence in Diversity & Inclusion: Truro Pride
- Export Achievement Award: Haskap Highland Orchards
- Newcomer Business of the Year: Mai Pets Grooming Salon
- New Small Business of the Year: Odd Job Jon
- Small Business Achievement Award: Hub Cycle
- Small Business Growth Award: Camden Welding & Trailer
- Small Business Innovation Award: VerFa Agrifood
- Small Business of the Year: Melai’s Transport
- Tourism Business of the Year: Sugar Moon Farm
- Workplace Excellence Award: Calvin Atkinson – Inn on Prince
Each of these businesses and individuals has made a significant impact on the economic and social fabric of Colchester County. From community-building to innovation, sustainable practices to exceptional customer service, these award winners reflect the best of what our region has to offer.
A Night of Inspiration
The evening featured video spotlights capturing the heart of each winner’s journey—highlighting their achievements, challenges, and the dedication that led them to the stage. These stories showcased the diversity of small business success in our region, reminding us of the resilience, creativity, and collaboration that fuel local prosperity.
Thank You to Our Community
We extend our congratulations to all nominees and winners, and our sincere thanks to the businesses, sponsors, volunteers, and attendees who helped make this year’s celebration a success. The strength of our small business community continues to shape the future of Truro & Colchester, and we are proud to champion the people who make it thrive.
