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Celebrating Business Excellence: The Bracebridge Chamber of Commerce announces 2026 Bracebridge Business Awards winners

A group of employees from the Bracebridge Library posing with their trophy.
The Bracebridge Library team with their trophy.

The Bracebridge Chamber of Commerce welcomed more than 200 members of the local business community to the 2026 Bracebridge Business Awards Gala on April 30 at the Muskoka Lumber Community Centre in the Muskoka Leon’s Auditorium for an evening of celebration, connection, and recognition.


This year, more than 100 local businesses, organizations, and entrepreneurs were nominated across 12 award categories. Winners were selected entirely through public voting, reflecting the strong support and appreciation the community has for local businesses and organizations.


Throughout the evening, attendees enjoyed an opportunity to connect with fellow business and community members while celebrating the innovation, resilience, leadership, and impact of businesses across Bracebridge.


Congratulations, 2026 Business Award winners:

New Business of the Year - Cedar Canoe Books

Legacy Business of the Year - Fresh Kutz Market & Grill

Young Entrepreneur of the Year - Morgan Vassallo, Muskoka River Bagel Co.

Retail Business of the Year - Big River Baking Co.

Service Business of the Year - Hospice Muskoka

Hospitality & Tourism Award - Santa's Village

Community Connector Award - OSPCA Muskoka Animal Centre

Environmental Sustainability Award - Muskoka Watershed Council

Not-for-Profit Impact Award - OSPCA Muskoka Animal Centre

Marketing Excellence Award - Bracebridge Library

Innovation Award - Bracebridge Library

Creative Employee Retention & Recruitment Award - Community Builders Muskoka


The Bracebridge Chamber of Commerce extends its congratulations to all nominees and winners and thanks the community for its continued support of local businesses and organizations.


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