Princeton & District Chamber of Commerce

10/25/2026

🏆 BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARDS — WINNER SPOTLIGHT

Congratulations to Rollie n’ Pollie’s Ice Cream Parlour, our 1st Place winner for Best New Business (Opened in 2025) in the 2026 Princeton & District Business Excellence Awards! 🥇

Owned by sisters Kayley and Nicole Thomas, Rollie n’ Pollie’s opened in 2025 and has quickly become a much-loved part of our local business community.

Here is what Kayley and Nicole shared:

“Last August we decided to make a dream come true. We had no idea how special this little adventure would be!

We are both so incredibly thankful for every single person who stopped by, supported us, shared a post, brought a friend, or simply cheered us on. You've helped make our dream something truly special.

We are so grateful to have mom and dad as part of this adventure, scooping, serving, and supporting us all the way!

Thank you all for making our first year unforgettable. Here's to many more!”

Congratulations again to Kayley, Nicole, and the whole Rollie n’ Pollie’s family on being voted 1st Place for Best New Business! 🍦💛

10/24/2026

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10/24/2026

🏆 BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARDS — WINNER SPOTLIGHT

Congratulations to Princeton Ground Search and Rescue (PGSAR), our 1st Place winner for Best Non-Profit in the 2026 Princeton & District Business Excellence Awards! 🥇

For more than 25 years, PGSAR volunteers have been serving Princeton and the surrounding area, responding whenever the call comes.

Here is what Grace Leupold, Secretary, Treasurer and Director of Fundraising, shared:

“Princeton Ground Search and Rescue (PGSAR) has been serving Princeton and the surrounding area since 1999 and became a recognized society in 2000. What began as a group of local volunteers committed to helping their neighbours has grown into a highly trained, dedicated team providing 24/7 emergency response, 365 days a year.

Currently, PGSAR has approximately 35 active volunteers, many reserve members and a strong leadership team. The team dedicates countless hours to training, community events, public education and emergency callouts. They respond to approximately 30-38 calls each year, assisting with everything from missing and overdue persons to wilderness, swiftwater, ice, avalanche and backcountry rescues as well as wildfire starts and evacuations.

PGSAR is working diligently on all fronts as they raise funds for a new building. Every opportunity to apply for grants and create fun, community events to fundraise will be looked at. They depend on the generosity of the community, local businesses and supporters. Whether it's a monthly contribution, an annual donation or a one-time gift, every dollar helps the PGSAR volunteers be ready when the ‘call’ comes.

As a team they've been answering that ‘call’ for over 25 yrs and with our support they'll be ready for the next 25.”

Congratulations again to the entire Princeton Ground Search and Rescue team! 💛

10/21/2026

10/21/2026

If you prefer to register in person. Please stop by the Visitors Centre, the Real Estate offices or the Winking Pedlar.

10/21/2026

👻🎃 TRICK OR TREAT TRAIL IS THIS SATURDAY! 🎃👻

🗓️ Saturday, October 24th | 10 AM – 2 PM

Get ready for some Halloween fun in Princeton! 🧡

🧡 Pick up your passport at The Winking Pedlar.

🎃 Visit participating businesses and collect your stamps. You might even get a special Halloween treat along the way!

🍬 Return your passport to The Winking Pedlar to receive your surprise goodie bag!

🏆 Vote for your favourite decorated business and help us choose this year’s winner!

📸 Strike a pose! Stop by our Halloween backdrop for some fun photo opportunities.

Bring the kids, dress up in your Halloween best, and enjoy a spooktacular time! (dress up is optional)

👻 We can’t wait to see you there! 🎃🧡

10/19/2026

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10/18/2026

Congratulations to the Mayor and Council!

The Princeton Chamber of Commerce extends its congratulations to the Mayor and Council on the 2026 election. We wish you all the very best as you continue working for the future and success of our community.

Princeton Chamber of Commerce

10/16/2026

That's a wrap! 🎉

Thank you to everyone who donated, nominated, and voted in our 2026 Business Excellence Awards! We couldn't do this without our amazing community, volunteers, and sponsors 👏

Every July we send out the invitation to nominate your favourite businesses and individuals, and every August we vote! Make sure to follow along and join in next year.

A special thank you to our incredible sponsors:
Vedder Mountain Homes Inc.
Barry Beecroft Fuel Distributors
Cool Beanz Coffee House
Murray's Spit N' Polish

Another special shoutout to our amazing awards committee:
Casey Butts from Out West Laser for creating these beautiful awards
Joyce Edwards & Kathy Hood for organizing, planning, and distributing the awards
Alexia Boyd for creating our nomination and voting forms, organizing the data, and making all of the online posts this year
Maureen Parsley for being on the BA board and helping create new categories and rules this year

Thank you to everyone! 🎉
Next up ➡ Bios from our winners coming soon!