2026 Business Excellence Awards Gala

The Upper Ottawa Valley Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards Gala celebrates local businesses and individuals who show strong leadership, innovation, and success in our community. It brings together business owners, professionals, and community members for an evening of recognition and connection.

We are inviting sponsors to be part of this special night. Sponsorship is a great way to showcase your business, support the local economy, and gain visibility among community leaders.

Join us in celebrating and supporting the people and businesses that make our community strong.

Gala Sponsorship

The Business Excellence Awards Gala is more than a celebration—it’s a moment to recognize the people and businesses who shape the character and strength of the Upper Ottawa Valley. It fosters connection, collaboration, and pride, while showcasing the vibrancy and diversity of our local economy.

Whether you’re a nominee, sponsor, guest, or proud supporter, the gala offers a meaningful opportunity to support local success and be part of something truly special.

Northern Credit Union logo, UOVCC Business Excellence Awards sponsor

Diamond Sponsor

CNL Logo

Platinum Sponsor

Sponsorship Levels

Lead the Celebration of Local Business Excellence

Diamond Sponsorship Benefits:

  • Logo featured most prominently on all marketing materials and digital assets.
  • Recognition in relevant press releases, media coverage, and radio promotions, pre- and post-event.
  • Full-page ad and cover recognition in the official event program
  • Opportunity to provide remarks and present an award
  • Opportunity to have photos taken with the award recipient
  • Right of first refusal for annual event sponsorship
  • Reserved VIP table for 8 guests at the gala in a premium location

Investment: $3500
Limited Availability: 1 Diamond Sponsor

Investing in Community. Inspiring Growth.

Platinum Sponsorship Benefits:

  • Logo featured prominently on most marketing materials and digital assets
  • Recognition in relevant press releases, media coverage, and radio promotions, pre- and post-event.
  • Half-page ad in the official event program
  • Opportunity to provide remarks and present an award
  • Opportunity to have photos taken with the award recipient
  • Right of first refusal for annual event sponsorship
  • Four (4) guest tickets for the gala in a premium location

Investment: $2500
Limited Availability: 1 Platinum Sponsor

Celebrate Success. Elevate Your Brand. Connect with Community.

Gold Sponsor Benefits:

  • Logo on select event material, printed programs, and digital assets, pre- and post-event.
  • Opportunity to provide remarks and present an award
  • Opportunity to have photos taken with the award recipient
  • Two (2) guest tickets for the gala

Investment: $1000
Availability: 13 Gold Sponsorships available

Where Community Support Begins

Silver Sponsor Benefits:

  • Logo on the website and digital event assets
  • Logo recognition in the awards programme

Investment: $500
Availability: Unlimited

Raise a glass with Your Brand Front and Centre

As the exclusive Wine Sponsor, your business will be associated with one of the most enjoyable and social aspects of the evening – fine wine and celebration. This package offers a unique way to elevate your brand through direct engagement with attendees during the gala’s networking and dining experience.

Wine Sponsor Benefits:

  • Your company name/logo featured on table wine displaysat each table
  • Recognition as the exclusive Wine Sponsorin the event program and signage
  • Verbal acknowledgment during the dinner service or wine toast
  • Opportunity to provide branded wine charms, corkscrews, or other keepsakes at place settings (optional)
  • Two (2) guest tickets for the gala

Investment: $1250 cash or in-kind supply of wine
Availability: One (1) exclusive Wine Sponsor opportunity available

Put Your Brand on Every Table

As the centerpiece Sponsor, your business will enjoy high-visibility branding at every guest table, making your presence known in an elegant, creative, and memorable way throughout the evening.

Centerpiece Sponsor Benefits:

  • Your logo or branded message is displayed on custom tags or signs accompanying each table centerpiece
  • Recognition at every guest table, ensuring consistent visibility throughout the room
  • Option to creatively incorporate your brand into the centerpiece design (e.g., colors, materials, messaging)
  • Acknowledgment as the Centerpiece Sponsor in the printed program and during event announcements
  • Featured in pre- and post-event promotions, including Chamber website, social media, and thank-you communications
  • Two (2) guest tickets for the gala

Investment: $1250 cash or in-kind contribution
Availability: One (1) exclusive Centerpiece Sponsor

We’re happy to work with you to create a sponsorship that fits your budget and helps you get real value in return.

If you’re interested, please reach out to us—we’d love to connect and explore options with you. For more information, email us at manager@uovchamber.com

    Photo from a UOVCC Business Excellence Awards event