April 27, 2026

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The Drumheller& District Chamber of Commerce, the Rotary Club of Drumheller, and Travel Drumheller are proud to announce the official finalists for the 2026 Celebration of Excellence. This premier annual event honors businesses, organizations, and individuals whose dedication and passion continue to drive the Drumheller Valley forward.

The 2026awards gala will be held on Thursday, June 11 at the BadlandsCommunity Facility. This evening of recognition highlights the collectiveachievements in business innovation, athletic prowess, and community service.

TheDrumheller & District Chamber of Commerce is proud to recognize theoutstanding individuals, businesses, and organizations nominated for thisyear’s Celebration of Excellence awards. Their dedication, innovation, andcommunity spirit truly exemplify the best of the Drumheller Valley.

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Drumheller& District Chamber of Commerce Finalists

• Business Professional of the Year: Kim Moulton, Lana Phillips, Jared Potter
• Community Builder of the Year: Badlands Trail Society, Reality Bytes Inc., Town of Drumheller Library Board
• Employer of Choice of the Year: Atlas Coal Mine National Historic Site, Flomax Compression Ltd., MH Enterprises
• Most Promising New Business of the Year: Dino-Mite Fudge, Glamour Skin Drumheller, Roadhouse Bed and BBQ
• Small Business of the Year: Amplify Aesthetics, C. Schatz Film & Photography, Happy Belly Grill & Bar
• Large Business of the Year: Flomax Compression Ltd., Freson Bros, W. Ralston

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Travel Drumheller finalists highlight the strength and vibrancy of our tourism sector. These awards celebrate the people and places that make Drumheller a memorable destination for visitors.

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TravelDrumheller Finalists

• Tourism Business of the Year: Atlas Coal Mine National     Historic Site, Roadhouse Bed and BBQ, Rosebud Theatre & School of the Arts
• Hospitality Ambassador: Rebecca Friesen, Lothar Malmberg
• Event of the Year: 2025 Badlands Passion Play, BC/DC Live at the Napier Theatre, Spiritual and Metaphysical Fair

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The Rotary Club of Drumheller would like to thank all the community members that submitted nominations. Drumheller has many outstanding individuals that make our community a better place.

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RotaryClub of Drumheller Finalists

• Female Athlete of the Year (Recipient): Abby Kutcher
• Male Athlete of the Year (Recipient): Noah Lowther
• Most Courteous Employee (Finalists): Jonalyn Smith, Heather Zuccato
• Citizen of the Year (Finalists): Mike Benci, Jason Blanke

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Event& Ticket Information

A full listof award categories and finalists is available at www.drumhellercelebrationofexcellence.com.

Tickets for the 2026 Celebration of Excellence Gala go on sale May 1.

Join us foran inspiring evening as we celebrate Drumheller's best and brightest!

Media Contacts

Drumheller& District Chamber of Commerce

Naila Tahir

n.tahir@drumhellerchamber.com | 403-823-8100

TravelDrumheller

Kelli Hoff

kelli@traveldrumheller.com| 403-823-2242 ext. 101

RotaryClub of Drumheller

Heather Dyck

dyckdan@telusplanet.net| 403-820-1200

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