FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
[Barrie, ON – September 12, 2025] – The Barrie Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the finalists for the 2025 Barrie Business Awards. These prestigious awards celebrate excellence and achievement across our business community, recognizing outstanding contributions in entrepreneurship, growth, innovation, leadership and community impact.
This year’s finalists represent the very best of Barrie’s business sector, from long-standing organizations to exciting new ventures and inspiring individual leaders. Finalists are listed in alphabetical order within each category. Winners will be revealed at the 2025 Barrie Business Awards Gala on Friday, October 24, 2025.
2025 Finalists by Category
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Arch Brown Entrepreneur Award of Excellence
- Charlene Anderson – The Hound Lounge Inc.
- Doug Bingley – Central Ontario Broadcasting
- Paul Larche – Larche
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Business Growth Award
- ADM Design Inc.
- EBS Global
- Trainers Choice
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Employee of the Year Award
- Joan Kennedy – Hospice Simcoe Seasons Centre
- Chris McBrien – Georgian College
- Sheryl de Koning – Majac Tooling Supply Ltd.
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Hospitality & Tourism Business Excellence Award
- Grillicious Restaurant & Wine Bar
- Hardwood Ski and Bike
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Leadership in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Award
- Barrie Indian Association
- Enabled Talent
- S.E.E.D.S. Childcare
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Manufacturing, Engineering, & Construction Business Excellence Award
- Cameron Bros Exteriors
- Innovative Automation Inc.
- SEAN.
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Marketing & Promotions Award
- Busch Systems
- Oklahoma Marketing Inc.
- Rock 95 – Kool FM – Barrie 360
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New Business Award
- Astral Wake Productions
- Blue Haven Wellness
- Opuluxe Events & Rental Inc.
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Not-For-Profit or Charitable Organization Award
- Alzheimer Society of Simcoe County
- Hospice Simcoe
- RVH Foundation
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Pay It Forward Award
- Bazely Construction Ltd.
- Bulldog Construction Services
- MacNeil Construction Inc.
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Service Business Excellence Award
- Accounting House
- Skin Med Spa
- SUPERIOR Home Health Care Barrie
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Small Business of the Year Award
- Healing Arts Micropigmentation Centre
- Wishes Concierge
- The Hound Lounge Inc.
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Sustainable Impact Award
- Discovery Child Care Centre
- Pompous Fox Wood Company Inc.
- Swish
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Young Professional of the Year Award
- Rebecca Bartley – Trooper Pet Veterinary Nursing
- Maguire Boucher – The Hound Lounge Inc.
- Melissa White – Melissa White Fitness
“These finalists exemplify the strength, creativity and resilience of Barrie’s business community,” said Paul Markle, CEO of the Barrie Chamber of Commerce. “We look forward to celebrating their contributions and announcing the winners at our gala in October.”
The 2025 Barrie Business Awards Gala will be on Friday, October 24, 2025. Tickets are available at www.barriechamber.com/awards
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For more information, please contact:
Paul Markle
Chief Executive Officer
Paul@BarrieChamber.com
121 Commerce Park Drive, Unit A
Barrie, Ontario L4N 8X1
(O) 705 - 721 - 5000 ext. 5
(C) 249-288-3540
About the Barrie Chamber of Commerce
The Barrie Chamber of Commerce is a dynamic organization dedicated to fostering a vibrant, thriving business community in Barrie and the surrounding areas. As a voice for local businesses, we advocate on behalf of our members at all levels of government, championing policies that drive economic growth and contribute to our region's overall prosperity. Through meaningful events, networking opportunities, educational resources, and support for business development, we empower our members to succeed and grow. With a proud history of serving the community, the Barrie Chamber of Commerce remains committed to making Barrie a great place to live, work, and do business.