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2018 Tourism/Hospitality Excellence, Lang Pioneer Village Museum

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Laurie Siblock, Lang Pioneer Village Museum. Photo by Erin Caitlin Photography.

Congratulations to Lang Pioneer Village Museum!

Lang Pioneer Village Museum was the recipient of our Tourism/Hospitality Excellence award (sponsored by Peterborough & the Kawarthas Economic Development) at our 19th annual Awards of Excellence.

In its 51st season, Lang Pioneer Village Museum attracts 20,000 visitors annually to experience living history interpretation, events and educational programs. Worldwide visitors have an economic impact of $4-million. The 25-acre site is home to over 30 historic buildings, a First Nation encampment, thousands of artifacts and the new Agricultural Heritage Building. 75% of Google and Trip Advisor reviews are 5-star and 25% are 4-star. 200 volunteers assist with delivering ‘unique to Ontario’ experiences.

2018 finalists: Greenbridge Celtic Folk Festival & Indian River Reptile Zoo

2018 Service Sector Excellence, The Regency of Lakefield

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The Regency of Lakefield. Photo by Erin Caitlin Photography.

Congratulations to the Regency of Lakefield!

The Regency of Lakefield was the recipient of our Service Sector Excellence award (sponsored by Herod Financial Services) at our 19th annual Awards of Excellence.

“Providing rural seniors with an assisted living choice in a small community is so important for their long-term health,” notes the nominator. Pricing is very competitive and suite sizes are generous. Transitioning to a seniors’ residence can be traumatic for some so it’s managed with sensitivity. Staff take pride in making the residents’ lives comfortable with lots of fun thrown in! One 91-year-old resident is thankful she is spending the last of her years, “enjoying life to the fullest at the Regency.”

2018 finalists: Kawartha Lakes Construction & Lakefield Herald

2018 Retailer of the Year, Trinkets & Treasures

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Rachel Sloan, Trinkets & Treasures. Photo by Erin Caitlin Photography.

Congratulations to Trinkets & Treasures!

Trinkets & Treasures was the recipient of our Retailer of the Year award (sponsored by Nexicom) at our 19th annual Awards of Excellence.

Sales have increased 20-25% in each of their almost 12 years in business. With over 8000 followers on social platforms, this engagement has been a huge part of their sales growth. Daily posts and weekly storefront window changes keep people interested and showcase their extensive inventory of unique gifts and home décor. Handmade products of seven local makers are stocked. Planning or participating in numerous community events is a mainstay.

2018 finalists: Happenstance Books & Yarns & Style Boutique

2018 Outstanding Business Achievement, Lakefield Foodland

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Ross Bletsoe, Lakefield Foodland. Photo by Erin Caitlin Photography.

Congratulations to Lakefield Foodland!

Lakefield Foodland was the recipient of our Outstanding Business Achievement award (sponsored by County of Peterborough) at our 19th annual Awards of Excellence.

With a mantra of, “Retail is Detail,” Lakefield Foodland knows that, “If we don’t take care of the customer, somebody else will.” A small store but with big variety, they stock 3,000 more SKUS than the average Foodland including locally supplied, gluten free and organics. Open 24 hours a day for 362 days a year, they can see as many as 25,000 customers in a summer week. They rank 5th in annual sales volume out of 145 Ontario Foodland stores. A comprehensive benefit program is provided to 100 employees. Many local charities benefit from their generous donations.

2018 finalists: Nightingale & Salon Sorella & Day Spa

2018 Not-For-Profit Excellence, Peterborough Humane Society

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Susan Dunkley, Shawn Morey, Alex Tindale, Peterborough Humane Society. Photo by Erin Caitlin Photography.

Congratulations to Peterborough Humane Society!

Peterborough Humane Society received the Not-For-Profit Excellence award (sponsored by Darling Insurance) at our 19th annual Awards of Excellence.

For over 50 years, the Peterborough Humane Society has connected pets with their perfect people. About 1300 animals are received each year. They work with Societies across Ontario and around the globe; partnering this year in the Korean Meat Market rescue, the nearby golden’s rescue and with Northern Dogs. In the past year their volunteer base has increased over 90%, adoptions are up 25% in six months, monthly donors have almost doubled and social media averages 3000 views per post.

2018 finalists: Community Care, Cuddles for Cancer