April 25, 2025

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The Drumheller & District Chamber of Commerce, Rotary Club of Drumheller and Travel Drumheller have announced the finalists for the 2025 Celebration of Excellence. The annual awards gala recognizes individuals, businesses and organizations for their outstanding contributions to the Drumheller community.

This year’s event will take place on Thursday, June 12 at the Badlands Community Facility, honouring local achievements across business, sports, tourism and community development.

“The Drumheller & District Chamber of Commerce is proud to recognize the outstanding individuals, businesses and organizations nominated for this year’s Celebration of Excellence awards,” said Heather Bitz, executive director of the Chamber. “Their dedication, innovation and community spirit truly exemplify the best of the Drumheller Valley. We look forward to celebrating these achievements with our valued partners.”

Drumheller & District Chamber of Commerce Finalists

• Business Professional of the Year: Heather Jones, Keri Looijen, Lana Phillips

• Community Builder of the Year: Boston Pizza, Hoodoos Music League – Cold Bones Fest, Dry Canyon Collectables
• Employer of Choice of the Year: Bikes and Bites, Drumheller Registries, Gallagher’s Trucking
• Large Business of the Year: ATB Financial, Gallagher’s Trucking, Hi-Way 9 Express
• Most Promising New Business of the Year: Bridgeviews Retreat & Glamping, Happy Belly Grill and Bar, Valley Ice Cream Shoppe
• Small Business of the Year: Bikes and Bites, Dry Canyon Collectables, Harper’s Tire

“The Drumheller Rotary Club extends its gratitude to everyone who submitted nominations,” said Heather Dyck of the Rotary Club of Drumheller. “We are thrilled to honour the contributions of this year's finalists.”

Rotary Club of Drumheller Finalists

• Female Athlete of the Year: Addyson Freilinger, Andi Calon
• Male Athlete of the Year: Corbin Moulton, Hayes Armstrong
• Most Courteous Employee: Edie Renkema, Taven Clark
• Citizen of the Year: Cindy Thomas, Larry Coney

“These finalists highlight the strength and vibrancy of our tourism sector,” said Julia Fielding, executive director of Travel Drumheller. “We are proud to celebrate the people and places that make Drumheller a memorable destination for visitors.”

Travel Drumheller Finalists

• Tourism Business of the Year: Bridgeviews Retreat & Glamping, Valley Ice Cream Shoppe
• Hospitality Ambassador: Lynn Fabrick, Natalie Lum
• Event of the Year: Boogie in the Badlands, Cold Bones Fest, Great Big Weekend Concerts

A full list of award categories and finalists is availableat www.drumhellercelebrationofexcellence.com

Tickets for the 2025 Celebration of Excellence gala go onsale May 1.
Join us for an inspiring evening as we celebrate Drumheller's best andbrightest!

Media Contacts

Drumheller & District Chamber of Commerce
Naila Tahir
n.tahir@drumhellerchamber.com| 403-823-8100

Rotary Club of Drumheller
Heather Dyck
dyckdan@telusplanet.net |403-820-1200

Travel Drumheller
Kelli Hoff
kelli@traveldrumheller.com |403-823-2242 ext. 101

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