The Sarnia Lambton Chamber of Commerce held its 35th annual Outstanding Business Achievement Awards (OBAA) dinner gala on October 24, 2025, at the Four Points by Sheraton, celebrating the region's most accomplished businesses and professionals. Now in its 35th year, the OBAA gala is a highly anticipated business event, honouring individuals and organizations whose leadership, […]
The Sarnia Lambton Chamber of Commerce held its 35th annual Outstanding Business Achievement Awards (OBAA) dinner gala on October 24, 2025, at the Four Points by Sheraton, celebrating the region's most accomplished businesses and professionals. Now in its 35th year, the OBAA gala is a highly anticipated business event, honouring individuals and organizations whose leadership, innovation, and community spirit strengthen the region's economic vitality. The celebration brought together leaders from across Sarnia-Lambton's vibrant business community to recognize excellence, innovation, and impact, with a total of 12 awards presented across diverse categories.
The winners of the 2025 OBAA awards are:
Small Business of the Year: C.E. Technology Solutions Ltd.
Medium Business of the Year: Mary Browns
Large Business of the Year: Bluewater Power Group of Companies
Entrepreneur of the Year: Lillian Tang (Tang’s China House)
Non-Profit of the Year: Pathways Health Centre for Children
Inclusivity Award: Sarnia Lambton Rebound
Green Business Award: Cargill Limited
Young Professional of the Year: Brittany Burling, Libro Credit Union
Agri-Business of the Year: Aslan Organics
Innovation Award: Lambton College
Excellence in Customer Service (Individual): David Burrows
Member of the Year: John Degroot
Carrie McEachran, CEO of the Sarnia Lambton Chamber of Commerce, said, “For 35 years, the Outstanding Business Achievement Awards have recognized the passion and perseverance that drive our community forward". She added that "Each of this year’s nominees and winners represent what makes Sarnia-Lambton such an exceptional place to live, work, and do business – collaboration, innovation, and a deep commitment to community”. The Chamber extended a thank you to all sponsors, with special gratitude to the lead sponsor, Libro Credit Union, for its continued commitment to supporting local business excellence.
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