Event Photographs of the 2026 Excellence on the Lake Business Awards Gala

🌟 CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE IN SLAVE LAKE'S LOCAL BUSINESSES 🌟

The Excellence On The Lake Business Award Gala was an incredible night to remember! On May 09, 2026, we celebrated the businesses and leaders who are building strong relationships, creating opportunity, and showing what’s possible right here in Slave Lake. These awards recognize dedication, resilience, innovation, and heart. 

SEE ALL OF THE AWARD WINNERS BY CLICKING HERE

SEE ALL OF THE AWARD NOMINEES BY CLICKING HERE

EVENT PHOTOGRAPHS BY TAMMY PRAH PHOTOGRAPHY

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SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS & SUPPORTERS

The success of the gala would not have been possible without the generous support of sponsors, partners, volunteers, and attendees.

We would like to extend our gratitude and thanks to our:

• Platinum Sponsor:

  • Impact Distributors Ltd.

• Gold Sponsors:

  • Can-West Corporate Air Charters

  • Truly Creative Marketing

  • H & H Decor

• Bronze Sponsors:

  • Co-operators

  • Business Factory

• Award Sponsors:

  • Kal Tire

  • Boston Pizza

  • Mathieu Hryniuk LLP

  • Rebryna Dana LLP

  • Royal LePage Progressive Realty

  • Slave Lake Apple Drugs

  • Vanderwell Contractors (1971) Ltd.

  • Community Futures LSLR

  • Whitecap Chevrolet Buick

• Decorations:

  • H & H Decor

• Catering:

  • Josh & Susan Friesen

• Sound Technician:

  • Mike Brazeau

• Bar Services:

  • Elks Club

• Coat Check Services:

  • Sponsored by Royal LePage Progressive Realty

  • Operated by the Slave Lake Gymnastics Club

• Food Service:

  • St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Academy students for serving and looking after the guests during the dinner 

• Designated Drivers:

  • Lakeside Ford

• Photography:

  • Tammy Prah Photography

• Door Prize Donations:

  • Susan's Kitchen

  • Downtown Physiotherapy & Wellness Clinic

  • Eagletech Electric Ltd.

  • PRAX Enterprises

  • Sobeys

We are incredibly grateful for everyone who helped make the evening a success and for the continued support of our local business community.

LOOKING AHEAD

As we reflect on another successful gala, we remain inspired by the innovation, determination, and community spirit demonstrated by businesses throughout the region.

We look forward to continuing to celebrate and support local business excellence in the years ahead.

About Community Futures Lesser Slave Lake Region and Slave Lake & District Chamber of Commerce

Community Futures Lesser Slave Lake Region and the Slave Lake & District Chamber of Commerce are dedicated to supporting and strengthening local businesses, entrepreneurs, and economic development opportunities within the Slave Lake region. Through programs, events, partnerships, and resources, we work to foster growth, innovation, and community success.

Click here to learn more!