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SUMMARY:Black Tie Awards 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for the 25th Black Tie Awards\n\nA Night of Excellence in Cowichan!\n\nThe Black Tie Awards Gala is Now SOLD OUT!\n\nThe Duncan Cowichan Chamber of Commerce\, in partnership with The Cowichan Valley Citizen\, proudly presents the 25th Black Tie Awards Cowichan's premier celebration of business excellence and volunteerism.\n\nSince 1996\, this prestigious event has honoured outstanding businesses\, entrepreneurs\, and community champions. This milestone year promises an unforgettable evening of recognition\, networking\, and celebration.\n\n  Date: Friday\, April 11\, 2025\n\n  Venue: Chemainus Theatre Festival\n\n   Tickets: $75 per person\n\n\nWhat to Expect:\n\nRed Carpet Welcome   Arrive in style and capture the moment!\n\nSparkling Wine & Appetizer Reception   Connect with fellow business and community leaders.\n\nAwards Ceremony   Celebrate this year's outstanding finalists and winners in an Oscars-style gala.\n\nAfter Party Dessert Reception   Indulge in a sweet treat after the award ceremony.\n\nSeating Requests\n\nWould you like to be seated with a specific finalist or group? Let us know when purchasing your tickets. While we will do our best to accommodate requests\, seating is first-come\, first-served and not guaranteed.\n\nFor assistance\, contact us at 250-748-1111 or chamber@duncancc.bc.ca.\n\n\nAbout the Black Tie Awards\n\nFor 25 years\, the Black Tie Awards have recognized excellence across the Cowichan Valley Regional District. This biennial event highlights the dedication\, innovation\, and leadership of businesses\, organizations\, and volunteers who make our region thrive.\n\n2025 Award Categories & Sponsors\n\nThis year\, we're celebrating excellence across 10 categories\, presented by the following community partners:\n\n  New Business   Redline Management Services\n\n  Community Builder   Duncan Dairy Queen\n\n  Exceptional Customer Experience   Island Savings\n\n  Arts & Culture   Downtown Duncan Business Improvement Area\n\n  Environmental Excellence   Economic Development Cowichan (CVRD)\n\n  Volunteer of the Year   Peninsula Co-op\n\n  Young Entrepreneur   Coastal Community\n\n  Business Excellence (1-5 employees)   Scotiabank\n\n  Business Excellence (6-19 employees)   Nanaimo Airport\n\n  Business Excellence (20+ employees)   MNP\n\n \n\nLooking Back & Looking Ahead\n\nThe 2023 Black Tie Awards Gala was a remarkable success\, filled with energy\, inspiration\, and community spirit. As we prepare for the 2025 celebration\, we can't wait to honour more incredible achievements from across the Cowichan Valley.\n\nJoin us for an evening of elegance\, recognition\, and connection. We look forward to celebrating with you!\n\n\n   Get Your Tickets Today!\n\nDon't miss out on this extraordinary night. Reserve your spot now and be part of Cowichan's most prestigious awards event.\n\nFor more details\, visit www.duncancc.bc.ca or follow us on:\n\n  Facebook: @DuncanCowichanChamber\n\n  Instagram: @duncancowichan\n\n  LinkedIn: @DuncanCowichanChamberofCommerce\n\n\n\n  Please Note: Tickets are non-refundable and must be purchased through the Duncan Cowichan Chamber of Commerce (not the Chemainus Theatre). Physical tickets can be picked up at the Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre or at the venue on the night of the event.
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:<div style="text-align: center\;"><img alt="" height="450" src="https://chambermaster.blob.core.windows.net/userfiles/UserFiles/chambers/1867/Image/galasoldout.png" style="width: 450px\; height: 450px\;" width="450" /></div>\n\n<h2 style="text-align: center\;"><s><span style="font-size:18px\;"><strong data-end="201" data-start="123">Join Us for the 25th Black Tie Awards<br />\nA Night of Excellence in Cowichan!</strong></span></s></h2>\n\n<h2 style="text-align: center\;"><strong>The Black Tie Awards Gala is Now SOLD OUT!</strong></h2>\n\n<p data-end="423" data-start="205">The <strong data-end="248" data-start="209">Duncan Cowichan Chamber of Commerce</strong>\, in partnership with <a href="https://www.cowichanvalleycitizen.com/"><strong data-end="301" data-start="270">The Cowichan Valley Citizen</strong></a>\, proudly presents the <strong data-end="349" data-start="324">25th Black Tie Awards</strong>&mdash\;Cowichan&rsquo\;s premier celebration of business excellence and volunteerism.</p>\n\n<p data-end="637" data-start="425">Since 1996\, this prestigious event has honoured outstanding businesses\, entrepreneurs\, and community champions. This milestone year promises an unforgettable evening of recognition\, networking\, and celebration.</p>\n\n<p data-end="770" data-start="639">&#128197\; <strong data-end="651" data-start="642">Date:</strong> Friday\, April 11\, 2025<br data-end="677" data-start="674" />\n&#128205\; <strong data-end="690" data-start="680">Venue:</strong> Chemainus Theatre Festival<br data-end="720" data-start="717" />\n&#127903\;&#65039\; <strong data-end="736" data-start="724">Tickets:</strong> $75 per person</p>\n\n<hr data-end="775" data-start="772" />\n<h3 data-end="802" data-start="777"><strong data-end="800" data-start="781">What to Expect:</strong></h3>\n\n<p data-end="1170" data-start="803"><strong data-end="827" data-start="805">Red Carpet Welcome</strong> &ndash\; Arrive in style and capture the moment!<br data-end="872" data-start="869" />\n<strong data-end="915" data-start="875">Sparkling Wine &amp\; Appetizer Reception</strong> &ndash\; Connect with fellow business and community leaders.<br data-end="972" data-start="969" />\n<strong data-end="994" data-start="975">Awards Ceremony</strong> &ndash\; Celebrate this year&rsquo\;s outstanding finalists and winners in an <strong data-end="1080" data-start="1059">Oscars-style gala</strong>.<br data-end="1084" data-start="1081" />\n<strong data-end="1111" data-start="1087">After Party Dessert Reception</strong>&nbsp\;&ndash\; Indulge in a sweet treat after the award ceremony.</p>\n\n<h3 data-end="1198" data-start="1172"><strong data-end="1196" data-start="1176">Seating Requests</strong></h3>\n\n<p data-end="1420" data-start="1199">Would you like to be seated with a specific finalist or group? Let us know when purchasing your tickets. While we will do our best to accommodate requests\, seating is <strong data-end="1394" data-start="1366">first-come\, first-served</strong> and <strong data-end="1417" data-start="1399">not guaranteed</strong>.</p>\n\n<p data-end="1501" data-start="1422">For assistance\, contact us at <strong data-end="1468" data-start="1452">250-748-1111</strong> or <strong data-end="1498" data-start="1472"><a href="mailto:chamber@duncancc.bc.ca">chamber@duncancc.bc.ca</a></strong>.</p>\n\n<hr data-end="1784" data-start="1781" />\n<h2 data-end="1821" data-start="1786"><strong data-end="1819" data-start="1789">About the Black Tie Awards</strong></h2>\n\n<p data-end="2082" data-start="1822">For 25 years\, the Black Tie Awards have recognized excellence across the <strong data-end="1932" data-start="1895">Cowichan Valley Regional District</strong>. This biennial event highlights the dedication\, innovation\, and leadership of businesses\, organizations\, and volunteers who make our region thrive.</p>\n\n<h3 data-end="2126" data-start="2084"><strong data-end="2124" data-start="2088">2025 Award Categories &amp\; Sponsors</strong></h3>\n\n<p data-end="2241" data-start="2127">This year\, we&rsquo\;re celebrating excellence across <strong>10</strong><strong data-end="2191" data-start="2174">&nbsp\;categories</strong>\, presented by the following community partners:</p>\n\n<p data-end="2831" data-start="2243">&#127941\; <strong data-end="2262" data-start="2246">New Business</strong> &ndash\; <a href="https://redlinemanagement.ca/"><em data-end="2294" data-start="2265">Redline Management Services</em></a><br data-end="2297" data-start="2294" />\n&#127941\; <strong data-end="2321" data-start="2300">Community Builder</strong> &ndash\; <a href="https://www.dairyqueen.com/en-ca/locations/bc/duncan/328-trans-canada-highway/7688/"><em data-end="2344" data-start="2324">Duncan Dairy Queen</em></a><br data-end="2347" data-start="2344" />\n&#127941\; <strong data-end="2385" data-start="2350">Exceptional Customer Experience</strong> &ndash\; <a href="https://www.islandsavings.ca/"><em data-end="2404" data-start="2388">Island Savings</em></a><br data-end="2407" data-start="2404" />\n&#127941\; <strong data-end="2428" data-start="2410">Arts &amp\; Culture</strong> &ndash\; <a href="https://www.downtownduncan.ca/"><em data-end="2474" data-start="2431">Downtown Duncan Business Improvement Area</em></a><br data-end="2477" data-start="2474" />\n&#127941\; <strong data-end="2508" data-start="2480">Environmental Excellence</strong> &ndash\; <a href="https://www.ecdevcowichan.com/"><em data-end="2549" data-start="2511">Economic Development Cowichan (CVRD)</em></a><br data-end="2552" data-start="2549" />\n&#127941\; <strong data-end="2580" data-start="2555">Volunteer of the Year</strong> &ndash\; <a href="https://www.peninsulaco-op.com/"><em data-end="2600" data-start="2583">Peninsula Co-op</em></a><br data-end="2603" data-start="2600" />\n&#127941\; <strong data-end="2628" data-start="2606">Young Entrepreneur</strong> &ndash\; <a href="https://www.cccu.ca/"><em data-end="2650" data-start="2631">Coastal Community</em></a><br data-end="2653" data-start="2650" />\n&#127941\; <strong data-end="2695" data-start="2656">Business Excellence (1-5 employees)</strong> &ndash\; <a href="https://www.scotiabank.com/ca/en/personal.html"><em data-end="2710" data-start="2698">Scotiabank</em></a><br data-end="2713" data-start="2710" />\n&#127941\; <strong data-end="2756" data-start="2716">Business Excellence (6-19 employees)</strong> &ndash\; <a href="https://ycd.ca/"><em data-end="2776" data-start="2759">Nanaimo Airport</em></a><br data-end="2779" data-start="2776" />\n&#127941\; <strong data-end="2821" data-start="2782">Business Excellence (20+ employees)</strong> &ndash\; <a href="https://www.mnp.ca/"><em data-end="2829" data-start="2824">MNP</em></a></p>\n\n<p data-end="2959" data-start="2833">&nbsp\;</p>\n\n<h2 data-end="3003" data-start="2966"><strong data-end="3001" data-start="2969">Looking Back &amp\; Looking Ahead</strong></h2>\n\n<p data-end="3259" data-start="3004">The <strong data-end="3038" data-start="3008">2023 Black Tie Awards Gala</strong> was a <strong data-end="3067" data-start="3045">remarkable success</strong>\, filled with energy\, inspiration\, and community spirit. 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We look forward to celebrating with you!</p>\n\n<hr data-end="3377" data-start="3374" />\n<h1 data-end="3414" data-start="3379"><strong data-end="3412" data-start="3381">&#127903\;&#65039\; Get Your Tickets Today!</strong></h1>\n\n<p data-end="3543" data-start="3415">Don&#39\;t miss out on this extraordinary night. <strong data-end="3484" data-start="3459">Reserve your spot now</strong> and be part of Cowichan&rsquo\;s most prestigious awards event.</p>\n\n<p data-end="3740" data-start="3545">For more details\, visit <strong data-end="3591" data-start="3569"><a data-end="3589" data-start="3571" href="http://www.duncancc.bc.ca" rel="noopener" target="_new">www.duncancc.bc.ca</a></strong> or follow us on:<br data-end="3611" data-start="3608" />\n&#128205\;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/DuncanCowichanChamber"> Facebook: <strong data-end="3650" data-start="3624">@DuncanCowichanChamber</strong></a><br data-end="3653" data-start="3650" />\n&#128205\; <a href="https://www.instagram.com/duncancowichan/">Instagram: <strong data-end="3686" data-start="3667">@duncancowichan</strong></a><br data-end="3689" data-start="3686" />\n&#128205\; <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/duncan-cowichan-chamber">LinkedIn: </a><strong data-end="3738" data-start="3702"><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/duncan-cowichan-chamber">@DuncanCowichanChamberofCommerce</a></strong><br />\n<br />\n&#128680\;&nbsp\;<strong data-end="1522" data-start="1506">Please Note:</strong>&nbsp\;Tickets are&nbsp\;<strong data-end="1553" data-start="1535">non-refundable</strong>&nbsp\;and must be purchased through the&nbsp\;<strong data-end="1627" data-start="1588">Duncan Cowichan Chamber of Commerce</strong>&nbsp\;(not the Chemainus Theatre). 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LOCATION:Chemainus Theatre 9737 Chemainus Rd\, Chemainus
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