B.Taylor Home Building Centre

Bruce Taylor is committed to the community and volunteers and supports many causes in the community. His business underwent renovations in 2010 to improve his business in the community.

Dryden Motel

The new owners have taken time and invested money in renovating the rooms exterior and signage..it is now inviting and pleasant as you come into Dryden from the west.

The Riverview Lodge

Jordan, Barry, Susan and Suzanne have spent a lot of time designing and renovating the rooms at the lodge..beautiful place to enjoy your stay in Dryden.

Evergreen Memories

Margot Woodworth is one of the most wonderful mother’s givers. Her own business is so awesome. She has now made herself famous

Domino’s Pizza

The staff at domino’s are all great. Due to hard working staff. Domino’s is a very big part of the community.

Tim Hortons

Aaron Brown and Sheri Brown (owners) one of the busiest businesses in Dryden, he supports various sports and is a great asset to the business community.

Dryden GM

Nick Beyak owns a business with a high profile in Dryden due to his generosity in supporting various causes and sponsorships.

McKinstry Chrysler

Bill McKinstry provides great local service and have been a family business for 2 generations.

Craig Murray (Canadian Tire)

Craig along with his employees are great community supporters..you always get full support from Craig whether it be a donation or the use of the parking lot to sale tickets..or hold a BBQ..he treats his staff fair and equal.

Ron Ursel (IGA)

Ron has spent many years in the supermarket industry as manager/owner. He supports the community providing ongoing donations to various causes and events.

Carol Makela (Egli’s Sheep Farm)

Carol is a lovely warm person who is the heart and soul of the business running smoothly. She gives her many jobs her 110% calm cool and collect. She also is the administration & Payroll clerk. She is an architect of the building and designing the interior layout.

Edna Upton (Canadian Tire)

Edna has been an employee at the store for the past 15 yrs she is an expert in her department. She will answer all questions accurately she is knowledgeable in any of the different departments throughout the store.

Jackie Edison (Walmart)

Jackie has been through so much this past yr. I visit walmart on a daily basis when Jackie is there l make a point of going through CS just to have Jackie wait on me... she is helpful friendly no matter what she will have a smile for me even when she is having a bad day.

Jan McAdam (Canada Safeway)

Jan is one of the most wonderful employees for over 20 yrs and she always has a smile on her face.

Gerry Carlson (Dryden GM)

Gerry is a great man to do business with... he will make sure you get what you are looking for and will make several follow-up calls to make sure you are happy with your purchase.

Greg Dayman (McKinstry Chrysler)

I was having bad luck with my vehicle and decided l would just snoop l saw a car and was interested not asking for anyone specific l was dealing with Greg..l was very happy with his prompt service.

Scott Caston (Canadian Tire)

l had mechanical D I Y project which required me to make several trips to Can. Tire. Every time, Scott stopped at nothing to make sure l was helped. Made sure my problems were solved. Thanks Scott

Egli’s Sheep Farm

Peter Egli have turned their family business into a great tourist area with the animal farm outside and great shopping inside a wonderful highway location easy for tourists to spot.

Bobby’s Corner

Bobby’s corner has made it a great place to stop its a one stop shop with food, gas, gifts, bait and tackle something for everyone at the corner..also has the inshuik outside for photos. Last summer they also reopened the moose creek gift shop.

John Butts

John has been great in the tourism being one of the main leaders and organizers in bringing the PWT to town also working with the walleye masters..he has spent many hours dedicated himself to the tourists of Dryden.

Cheryl Parenteau (Backyard Party Rentals)

Although previously nominated and winner of last years award this individual has improved and expanded her custom cakes to something that is extraordinary. She will bake and construct a cake of virtually anything you bring to her.

Linda Harder/Kristen Meadows (Simply Stated)

Linda and Kristen are knowledgeable about their products and conduct their business in a professional manner.

Carmelle Laurendeau (Partylite Candles)

She has such a positive and outgoing manner you can’t help but love her and her love for the products that she sells.

Paula Delorme (Usborne Books)

Paula operates a home based business as well as works outside the home she has 3 small children. You will see Paula at different craft markets etc displaying her books.

Richard Jonasson (Richard’s Building Centre)

Has shown long term vision and growth for the community. Has realized a tote worthy achievement or outstanding business growth.

Norm Balla (Balla Bros. Rentals)

Norm started his home based business with an idea to fill a niche and his idea has grown into a fast growing business, still working from his home.

Ritchie Noel (Sunset Country Paralegal)

Ritchie started out small with his home based business paralegal he now is extremely busy talking and meeting people for coffee to discuss any troubles they may have..he also has the wiener wagon which you see throughout the summer.

Rob Button (Dryden Pharmasave)

Rob is the most informative pharmacist you could ever have he explains everything in detail..Rob also serves on many different boards as a volunteer he helps people above and beyond his job expectations.

Mike Ebbeling and Shawn Gladwish (CKDR)

Can’t say enough about these 2 men..community events especially sporting you will see either both of these men there doing a fine usually live broadcast..they both give 100% dedication to the community they are well known across sunset country.

Roxanne McGee (CKDR)

An unbeatable combination of market knowledge, business ethics, CS and determination makes Roxanne a valued and trusted resource to her many customers and CKDR.

Seth Jonasson (B&M Delivery)

Seth has been doing this job for many years, l can’t believe at his age he does physical work. Smile on his face at all times. Sleet, rain, snow or hail nothing stops Seth.

Kathy O’Hara (Calypso Hair Fasions)

l have been going to get my hair done for over 35 years..Kathy is just an amazing person..dedicates herself to the men and ladies of Princess court..Kathy has had leg problems and always continued to work without complaint.

Berta Kondra (Bank of Montreal)

This position can be demanding but she always has her clients interest her utmost priority. Berta has the expertise her clients can reply on. Great customer service. Berta always has time for clients and her co-workers. Her commitment to excellence as well as her work ethic is outstanding.

Allyson Euler (City of Dryden)

As cemetery coordinator has responsibility for care and operation of the Dryden cemetery and the provisions of interment services directly with families or through the funeral homes. Allyson brings some comfort to an otherwise difficult experience by offering her compassion.

Mihaela Leutschaft (Dryden Public Library)

This employee at the library is pleasant, helpful knowledgeable and goes out of her way to provide assistance to the members.

Darlene Bolton (Alex Wilson Coldstream Ltd.)

Darlene goes and goes she is like the energizers bunny..she gives 100% of her professionalism to all her customers..she puts in several hours to make sure her jobs are complete to customer satisfaction.

Makaah McMonagle (CIBC)

Makaah is one of the most pleasant CSR’s that l have dealt with in a bank..she is very happy always has smiles serves you with knowledge and respect. It is nice to have such great customer service.

Geoff Boyko (Domino’s Pizza)

Geoff is what Domino’s is all about..fast friendly..he is a strong employee and provides great CS above standards. Dryden’s Restaurants need more people like Geoff.

Barb Kennedy (BMO Nesbitt Burns)

it is my pleasure to work with Barb over the last 2 years. During that time she provides terrific assistance to her advisor, clients and community. She is instrumental in the cancer society she also has assisted with the Chamber of Commerce as a volunteer she is a positive member of the community.

Nathan Hamilton (Fas Gas)

Always a friendly smile..quick service deals with customers like no other in his line of work.

Naked North Art Gallery & Gifts

Naked North is in its second year in business and is an asset to the community for locals and tourists. Unique marketing strategy is showcasing art at the centre, plus radio newspaper and have online presence.

Sarj Mashru (Masala Restaurant)

Sarj has grown his business during economic down turn in Dryden and has been successful in offering an alternative to dining and growing his business.

Don Crossley (In Home Appliance Repair)

After not getting timely service l called Mr. Crossley, he made arrangements to attend my home, immediately he fixed the problem..his service was superior and his rates were more than fair.

RBC

Annual golf tourney proceeds to health care very strong corporate support of capital campaigns for healthcare in Dryden

CKDR

Regular coverage of board meetings & keeping the community informed, post all photos of donors large and small online.

Bank of Montreal

Anna Traini continually supports DRHC through employee donation fund, strong history of supporting CT and ultrasound campaign.

Dryden Observer

Chris Marchand provides feature stories on healthcare posts donation photos free which is greatly appreciated and impacts fundraising positively.

Suzanne Joly Cesiunas

Provides training to people of work allowing them a new career as a certified AZ driver.

Dana Soucie

Is constantly providing service excellence training for businesses to better the customer experience and help the service industry.

Jamie Gould (Gould’s Countrywide)

A clear consistent message that’s backed up by action. Gould’s countrywide consistently & constantly reminds customers that they stand for value service and satisfaction, free delivery across the district. These simple elements are in every radio ad, Gould’s do what they say and say what they do..making their advertising believable because it is honest & true.

Tina/Norm Bain (Trans Canada Motel and Restaurant)

Norm and Tina have made the TC a welcoming place to go whether it is breakfast, lunch or dinner. They have implemented a loyalty card program to reward frequent diners. They now have opened on Sundays for brunch as well they send out cards if they have not seen you for awhile..when you go to the TC you feel that your business is wanted.

Tyler Peacock (DMTS)

Tyler has developed unique strategies and innovative promotions to build the customer base..he has engaged customers with the creation of a facebook page..he has partnered with other companies to do promotions radio contests and as always sponsors many events in the community.

Vicki Kurz (Economic Development)

Vicki works tiredlessly for our city and our region in promoting the best the city has to offer..she has coordinated the development of our 2 newest business parks and leveraged dollars to build both..the mining development land acquisition and mineral analysis laboratory are all working to build a mining site in our region and she has lobbied all levels of government to make that a reality.

Ally Dunham (Dryden Observer)

Ally has volunteered so much of her own time working on behalf of AWCL. She is a single mom she is at so many different events taking pictures..involved in Moose fest..walleye masters..Dryden Ice Dogs and the ski hill a lot of this is on her own time. Congrats Ally you deserve to be recognized.

Stefanie Armstrong (Leadership Dryden)

For many years she juggles her fulltime job she finds time to put on this program to help Dryden create so many leaders..she is very dedicated to this city and gives so many hours organizing this program.

Judith Hamilton (Theatre 17)

Directed steel magnolias and spent countless hours volunteering. She also is on many boards as a volunteer.

Mary Helie (Centennial Committee 2010)

All the hours of work she did..all the dances and things that went on for the 100 year celebrations ..very very impressive..

Dryden Standard Insurance

The Standard staff have organized and coordinated the Dryden food bank Easter challenge other businesses, collect the goods, deliver..then award the winners of the drive.

Wilson’s Business Solutions

Wilson’s staff has volunteered hours with different charities boards, safe grad events ..representing Wilson’s very enthusiastically being involved with the cancer relay..staff has also held BBQ’s to help raise money again for different charities..participate in Christmas cheer and staff also donates to the Light the Ball diamonds..Great business of volunteers.

Ann Owens (Triple F Pet Supplies)

Ann has worked endlessly in promoting the second chance pet network building project she donated time her store front and passion for this so needed project.

Margot Woodworth (Evergreen Memories)

Providing that money does grow on trees- has grown her business from 40,000 to 200,000 in annual sales, successful appears on CBC dragon den resulted in a deal and partnership that will allow Evergreen Memories to expand across North America.

Brenda Leigh Bell (Brenda Leigh Bell Law Office)

Brenda is committed to growing her business. She was the owner of 2 businesses and is now just focusing on her law business. She is friendly, professional and approachable and committed to the community to which she relocated too.

Alli Declerq and Jill Russell (Ella-Lynn’s)

The 2 sisters have bought and operated Ella-Lynn’s for many years, their personalized service is something you can’t get out of this town. The prices are fair as in a large city.

Justice Leschied- Four Seasons Footwear

All of his staff including him answers the phone how may l help you? You get the same excellent service when you visit the store. There is no high pressured sales techniques just valued advice that comes from experienced professionals. His business has grown even in tough times through a positive attitude and great service.

Jamie Gould (Gould’s Countrywide)

Jamie treats his staff fairly and with respect and a sense of humour. Jamie makes sure the work environment is safe. He also gives his customers great service.

Jay Penner (Q104)

Jay just recently purchased Q104 last fall..he has been busy trying to get the radio station out there..hiring a new sales consultant for Dryden area has certainly helped the sales around Dryden..welcome aboard Jay and congratulations.

Peter Burns, Brian Burns, Sarah Trach & Karen Seeley (McAuley & Partners)

The partners from here are excellent employers. It shows because they have many employees that have worked there for years. I have worked here for 9 years and love the way they accommodate us when they can. It is a fun place to work.

Peter Gillis (DMTS)

The team of DMTS involvement in the community and region over the past year has been amazing. The team contributed to almost every Centennial event..we sponsor events Dryden Curling, walleye masters,moosefest DMTS swingers ball team, air show, windsurfing just to name a few. DMTS expansion across NWO ..bringing cellular service to the North. The service continues to grow more and more..most recently DMTS signed with a roaming partner Bell Mobility.

Andy McIsaac (B&B Roadhouse)

Andy is a great asset to the hospitality sector..he is welcoming and positive, out going Andy also designs and does all the radio ads etc for B&B’s.

Carley Eshbach (Starbucks)

Always with a smile on her face. Carley makes the starbucks experience enjoyable.

Michelle Levesque (B&B Roadhouse)

Friendly ,energetic amazing..loves her job and it shows. Shining example of how every employee should be dedicated to their jobs.

Amanda Hill (Tim Hortons)

She is very pleasant always willing to go that extra mile to make you happy while serving you.

Juanita Hyatt (Tim Hortons)

Every time you go to Tim’s Juanita is happy and makes your whole experience great..she can remember you each time and what you take in your coffee.

Shawn Polney (Tim Hortons)

Shawn is the funniest guy at Tim’s ever. He is happy always gets your order right makes your whole day. He is very fast and awesome work ethics it is nice to see a young guy with energy and a sense of humour.