An evening to celebrate the local business community returns to Estevan in 2017 with the upcoming EBEX Awards on October 20th.

And excitement will continue to grow now that a total of 19 nominees have been announced for 8 awards that will be handed out during the gala event inside the Wylie Mitchell Hall.

"We've had tremendous support with sponsors for the awards, submissions for the awards and tickets purchased for the gala night as well," stated Jackie Wall, Executive Director with the Estevan Chamber of Commerce. "Both tickets and sponsorships are still available, so contact us at the Chamber if you're interested."

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Presented in partnership by the Estevan Chamber of Commerce and Sun102, Rock106, CJ1150 and DiscoverEstevan.com, here are this year's finalists:

JACKIE WALL:

Jackie Wall, Executive Director with the Estevan Chamber of Commerce

Growth and Expansion sponsored by Signpatico

- Brent Gedak Welding Ltd.
- Encompass Fitness
- FrameTech Systems
- Murray GM Estevan

Outstanding Service sponsored by Access Communications

- Encompass Fitness
- Pharmasave 427

Community Involvement sponsored by Inland Audio Video

- RBC Estevan
- Southern Plains Co-operative Ltd.

Young Entrepreneur sponsored by Affinity Credit Union

- Brady Johnson – Encompass Fitness
- Cristina Bohn – Save the Stress Cleaning Services Ltd.
- Joe Billesberger – B&S Construction/Prairie Sky Kitchens
- Dr. Sarah Sliva – South East Eyecare

Outstanding Employee sponsored by Bear Claw Casino & Hotel

- Dakota Stocker – Save the Stress Cleaning Services Ltd.
- Justin Fieber – Brent Gedak Welding Ltd.
- Michelle Smart – Southern Plains Co-operative Ltd.

New Business Venture sponsored by Community Futures Sunrise

- Encompass Fitness
- FrameTech Systems
- Save the Stress Cleaning Services Ltd.

Business Hall of Fame sponsored by Estevan Chamber of Commerce

To be announced at the event

Business of the Year sponsored by MNP

To be announced at the event

(Winners will be selected by a panel of judges from MNP Regina to ensure impartiality)

The Estevan Chamber of Commerce would like to also thank the following sponsors: Miller Thomson, Spectra Financial/Chambers of Commerce Group Insurance/Golden Opportunities, Coldwell Banker Choice Real Estate, Unleashing Potential (UP), Power Dodge, Save the Stress Cleaning Services Ltd., City of Estevan, BMO, Payworks.

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