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Renfrew merchants and notable citizens were acknowledged last night (Oct. 21).
The Renfrew and Area Chamber of Commerce annual community awards celebration was held at the Ma-Te-Way.
There were eleven award categories:
Citizen of the Year – Ken Dillabough
Community Champion of the Year – Patrick John Mills
Chamber Member of the Year – Julie Villamere
Renfrew Downtown BIA Member of the Year – The Warehouse
Young Person of the Year – Alexa Narenzny
Visual Artist / Artisan of the Year – Diana Wakely
President’s Award – Ottawa Valley Coffee
Outstanding Business Achievement – Protyre
2021 Local Hero – Renfrew and Area Vaccine Team
Inclusive Employer Champion – Chris & Tanya No Frills
New Business Award – Ottawa Valley Coffee