2026 Arthur Chamber Annual Dinner & Awards
Celebrate the best of Arthur!
On Thursday, October 22, 2026, the Arthur Chamber of Commerce invites our entire community to the Annual Dinner & Awards at The Tipsy Fox Arthur. Whether you run a local business or simply love supporting our town, join us for an unforgettable evening of networking, a three-course dinner, a great guest speaker, and well-deserved award presentations with champagne toast.
Are Now Open
Who makes our community extraordinary? Who goes above and beyond? Now is your chance to give our local trailblazers, innovators, and hometown heroes the spotlight they deserve.
The Arthur Chamber of Commerce Business & Community Award nomination are open to the general public. Anyone can submit a nomination, and self-nominations are welcomed.
Nominations close on September 11, 2026.
Public voting to begin September 21, 2026.
award
categories
Small Business of the Year Award
1–10 employees. This award is presented to a business that has demonstrated superior service to customers, excellence in business management, and/or put extra efforts towards the betterment of the Arthur area.
Large Business of the Year Award
11+ employees. This award recognizes a large corporation or business that is seen as an integral part of the community through demonstrated leadership skills and by fostering a positive work environment for their employees and clients.
Excellence in Agriculture Award
This award is given to an outstanding agricultural farm family organization that has demonstrated excellence in the area of agricultural operations and business management, as well as participates in the betterment of the agricultural industry and the betterment of our township.
Citizen of the Year Award
Sponsored by the Township of Wellington North
This award will be given to a citizen of Arthur and area who makes an outstanding contribution while volunteering in their community. The achievement may include unpaid work in community service, sports, art, culture, education, heritage, conservation, or the environment.
Youth of the Year Award
Sponsored by Tipsy Fox Arthur
This award celebrates a young citizen (21 years of age or younger as of September 1, 2026) who has demonstrated leadership and dedication to the community by participating regularly as a volunteer or inspired others by launching and growing a business in the Arthur area. (Required community service for high school should NOT be considered in this category).
530PM - 630PM
Networking cocktail hour (cash bar).
630PM - 645PM
Welcome & opening remarks.
645PM - 745PM
Dinner is served with Chamber updates.
745PM - 815PM
Guest speaker Stephanie Craig, Owner of Tullamore Lavender Co.
815PM - 845PM
Presentation of the Arthur Chamber of Commerce Business & Community Award, champagne toast (alcoholic and non-alcoholic options available) and raffle.
845PM - 9PM
Closing remarks.
9PM - 11PM
Awards celebration & mingle (cash bar).
Date: Thursday, October 22, 2026
Location: Tipsy Fox Arthur
Time: 530PM - 9PM
guest
speaker
We’re thrilled to announce Stephanie Craig, owner of Tullamore Lavender Co., as this year’s guest speaker! From growing a local field into a thriving brand, Stephanie’s journey is packed with powerful insights on innovation, agri-tourism, and building a standout business right here in Arthur. Don't miss the chance to learn from one of our own local leaders!
The Arthur Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce The Tipsy Fox as the Official Sponsor for this year’s Annual Dinner & Awards.
As a proud Chamber member and a cornerstone of downtown Arthur, The Tipsy Fox has long been more than just a place to grab a great meal. It’s a gathering space where neighbours connect, celebrations happen, and community fun thrives. Whether hosting local events or serving up warm hospitality, their team consistently proves what it means to put local business and community heart first.
