St. Mary’s, February 29, 2024 – The Municipality of the District of St. Mary’s hosted the annual Small Business Dinner and Awards at the Sherbrooke Lion’s Club Hall on Thursday, February 29, 2024- Leap Year!

The awards presented are voted on and selected by the community. The community has stepped up in a big way! The record high voting engagement is a testament to the dedication of the residents to their community and the businesses that make it unique.

Small businesses are the backbone of any community, and it is vital to support them in any way possible. The community has shown their love and appreciation for the hard work and dedication that goes into running a successful small business. Let us continue to show our support for all St. Mary’s small businesses and help them thrive!

The 2023 Award Recipients are:

2023 Best New Business – Sanctuary Shore General Store

2023 Best Customer Service – Sherbrooke Garage and Towing Ltd.

2023 Best Community Impact – Beanie’s Bistro Ltd.

2023 Best Long-Standing Business - Sherbrooke Garage and Towing Ltd.

Congratulations to all award winners!

Warden Greg Wier, Leigh MacFarlene (Sanctuary Shore General Store) - 2023 Best New Business

Warden Greg Wier, Donnie Fraser (Sherbrooke Garage and Towing Ltd.) - 2023 Best Customer Service

Warden Greg Wier, Tammie Vautour (Beanie's Bistro Ltd.) - 2023 Best Community Impact

Warden Greg Wier, Donnie Fraser (Sherbrooke Garage and Towing Ltd.) - 2023 Best Long Standing Business

Left to Right: Warden Greg Wier, Tammie Vautour, Donnie Fraser, Leigh MacFarlene

Warden Greg Wier