Peace River & District Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Davis Awards on Feb. 7 to recognize outstanding businesses in the region.
The chamber recognizes the efforts of local business through the Davis Awards Night, recognizing their achievements and the role the businesses play in the region.
Award for Outstanding Customer Service Award, sponsored by BDC, was won by Quality Hotel and Conference Centre. Community Impact Award, sponsored by Town of Peace River was won by Peace River Art Club. Marketer-of-the-Year, sponsored by County of Northern Lights, was won by Town of Peace River’s Steward Burnett, who says he is honoured to be recognized for his marketing efforts.
“Being recognized by the business community in Peace River is a huge honour,” he says.
“I get the glory being the Facebook poster, but there’s an amazing team at the Town making things happen behind the scenes. Peace River is a beautiful community that has welcomed my family. My son loves it here, which is all I need to love it too, but the people and scenery certainly help. Shout out to all the regulars in the comment sections on the Town page. I love y’all.”
Other recipients included Town of Peace River Economic Development Committee Ambassador Award and Business-of-the-Year Under 10 Employees, sponsored by Canadian Tire. Both of these awards were won by Peace River Adventures.
Business-of-the-Year Over 10 Employees was sponsored by MNP and won by Fountain Tire Peace River. Candace and Brad Dobransky say that they are honoured to have been recognized by the chamber and their peers.
“Winning the 2026 Davis Award for Business-of-the-Year is truly an honour,” says Brad.
“This recognition belongs to our entire team and the loyal customers who trust us every day. We are proud to serve this community and grateful for the support that makes what we do possible.”
“As a family, this award means so much more than a title,” Candace continues.
“It represents the hard work, sacrifices, and commitment behind the scenes. We are incredibly thankful for our community and for the team who feel like family to us.”
ATB Financial and Re/Max Northern Realty sponsored Business Leader-of-the-Year won by Invision Chartered Professional Accountant’s Gayle Walton.
Finally, the President’s Award sponsored by Go Auto Peace River was won by Maximum Power Sport’s Shad and Renee Mussio.
“We are honoured to have received this award, and it wouldn’t have been possible without the support of our amazing customers, family and friends,” says Renee.
“Thank you for the 26 years of support.”
The event was held at the Quality Hotel and Conference Centre.
Emily Plihal
Local Journalism
Initiative Reporter
Photos courtesy of Photos by Lori of Peace River
