It was awards night in Golden

Mountain Motorsports was Golden's Business of the Year. Pictured are owners Kim and Aaron Bernasconi with their kids Bella and Ben. — Kirsten Armleder photo

The Kicking Horse Country Chamber of Commerce was proud to present the following awards at the 2014 Community Excellence Awards Gala. The Chamber thanks everyone for attending the sold out event and a special thank you to our sponsors who make this prestigious event possible every year.

Community Excellence Awards

2014 Peter Bowle Evans Award Golden -- Cycling Club

Community Recognition Award -- Lori Roseberry

Business of the Year -- Mountain Motorsports

Employee of the Year -- Golden IGA - Cam Dawes

Employer of the Year -- Town of Golden - Swimming Pool

New Business Award -- Minoldo Beauty Bar

Culinary Award -- Eleven 22 Grill & Liquids

Trade Excellence Award -- Parky's Heating & Cooling

Professional Services Award -- Karen Janicek Registered Massage Therapist

Business Beautification Award -- Jita's Café / Bizarre Entertainment

Home Based Business Award -- Scentsy - Jeanette Jackson

Mayor’s Award of Excellence-- Rotary Club of Golden

KHCCC Director's Choice Award -- HMC Service Inc

Tourism Hospitality Awards

Great Place to Stay Award -- Mount 7 Lodges

Great Adventure Award -- Columbia Wetlands Adventure

Golden Nugget Awards

Best Professional Photographer -- Kat Hadford Photography

Most Friendly Cashier or Sales Person -- Janet Ingram - Overwaitea Foods

Best Hairdresser -- Cari Wilson - Vivid Studio

Best Patio -- Rockwater Rooftop Patio

Best Hanging Basket -- Whitetooth Bistro

Best Business for Team Sponsorship -- The Wolf's Den

Best Burger Served -- The Wolf's Den

Best Indoor or Window Display -- Moonriver Gift Gallery

Best Kept Storefront -- Plain Wayne & Jane

Best Pint Served -- The Golden Taps

Best Coffee Served -- Bean Bag Coffee Roasters

Best Breakfast Served -- The Big Bend Café