Get ready to celebrate exceptional business in Prince George, hockey style.
It will be "Hockey Night in Prince George" at the 2014 Business Excellence Awards on Sat., Oct. 25 at the Civic Centre.
The annual event recognizes businesses and entrepreneurs who have demonstrated excellence in 11 different categories. And this year's version will have its share of hockey-themed entertainment beginning with comedian and master of ceremony Gery Schubert in character as Don Cherry.
Hockey legend and former Vancouver Canucks goalie Kirk McLean will be a special guest at the gala. New at this year's event is a photo booth, where, for a donation, guests can get a themed photo with Kirk McLean and "Don Cherry."
The Citizen is a finalist for Corporate Citizen of the Year with Bites of Bliss, Sun Life Financial and Shhh... The Unique Boutique.
A new award category has been added. The Hell Yeah Prince George Ambassador Award recognizes individuals who have demonstrated community pride and a commitment to making Prince George a positive place to live and work. The Citizen's Norm Coyne is a finalist, along with Ivy Kanis, Tim Bennett and Liz Bennett. The winner won't be chosen until the very last minute.
"What's exciting is that voting will take place entirely online, and will continue right up until moments before the presentation," said Chamber chief executive officer Christie Ray. "There will be a sense of anticipation as people follow the voting in real time on social media."
Voting for the HYPG Ambassador Award opens on Fri., Oct. 23 on the Prince George Chamber Facebook page.
Tickets are available at the Prince George Chamber of Commerce office, 890 Vancouver St.
