NextGen Unama'ki - Cape Breton

01/31/2025

One week ago, we had the honour of celebrating the incredible individuals, organizations, and employers who make a vital impact in our communities! ✨

Today, we’re excited to reflect on the 2024 Vital Award Winners and recognize their outstanding achievements.

✨ Vital Employee Excellence Award

🌟 Olivia MacDonald - Events Director, Inverness County Centre for the Arts
🌟 Emily MacLennan Dueck - Marketing & Client Relations Manager, Anchored Ideas
🌟 Jeff MacNeil - Manager of Fund Development, YMCA of Cape Breton
🌟 Mairibeth Reilly - Recreation and Volunteer Coordinator, Harbourstone Enhanced Care Community
🌟 Brittany Tobin - Assistant Manager, Hotel North - North Sydney

✨ Vital Employer Excellence Award

🌟 Cape Breton Regional Chamber of Commerce - Board of Directors
🌟 Clean Air Atlantic - Darren & Aidan Hanson, Owners
🌟 TriMac Engineering - Joel and Andrew MacNeil, Owners

✨ Vital Entrepreneur Excellence Award

🌟 Percy and Clary Ager - Ager Lane Flower Farm and Event Space
🌟 Wendy Nicholson - Kitchen 1409
🌟 Americo and Nicholas Pino - Village People Coffee Roasters

✨ Vital Excellence Award

🌟 Ryan MacDonald - Community Volunteer
🌟 Jordan Pike - CB Burger Bash
🌟 Alyssa Young - Community Volunteer

✨ Vital L’nu’k Excellence Award

🌟 Kitpu Aviation (Breton Air) - Canada's first majority Mi'kmaw-owned aviation company
🌟 Robert Casey - Bachelor of Social Work Student
🌟 Morgan Toney - Mi'kmaq Fiddler and Singer

✨ Vital Newcomer Excellence Award

🌟 Chen Lu - Production Manager, Rimeks Bags & Brands Inc.
🌟 Lefin Paruvaparampil Chacko - Project Coordinator/Engineer, Pomerleau Lindsay Construction Health Care Partners
🌟 Lauren Tran - Accounting Coordinator, Cabot Cape Breton

✨ Vital Organization Award

🌟 Clifford Street Youth Centre

🙏 Thank You to Our Category Sponsors:

🏆 Vital Excellence - NSCC Sydney Waterfront Campus
🏆 Vital Employee Excellence - Sydney Credit Union
🏆 Vital Employer Excellence - Nova Scotia Power
🏆 Vital Entrepreneur Excellence - Invest Nova Scotia
🏆 Vital L’nu’k Excellence - Membertou Community
🏆 Vital Newcomer Excellence - Cape Breton University Alumni and Friends
🏆 Vital Organization Excellence - Department of Labour, Skills & Immigration

A huge thank you to our Award Sponsor, Protocase! 👏

✨ Let’s Keep the Celebration Going!

It was an unforgettable evening of inspiration, recognition, and community. Thank you to everyone who joined us in honouring the individuals and organizations shaping the future of Unama'ki-Cape Breton. 🎉

01/30/2025

📸 Vital Awards Photos Are Here! 🎉

The photos from the 11th Annual Vital Unama'ki - Cape Breton Excellence Awards presented by RE/MAX Park Place Inc. are now available! Click the link below to relive all the amazing moments from the night.

A huge thank you to Anita Clemens Photography for capturing the energy and excitement of the event so beautifully—your work is always Fabulous! 💚✨

How incredible do the Vital Awards produced by Protocase look? 😍

📷 https://anitaclemens.smugmug.com/Events/2025-Vital-Awards

01/30/2025

We're loving the sneak peeks! 😍

We can't wait to see the rest of the photos! 📸

01/24/2025

🎉 Today’s the Day! Last Chance for Tickets to the 11th Annual Vital Unama'ki - Cape Breton Excellence Awards presented by RE/MAX Park Place Inc.! 🎉

The 11th Annual Vital Unama’ki - Cape Breton Excellence Awards are happening TONIGHT at Pitman Hall, Port of Sydney, starting at 6:00 PM!

Don’t miss this incredible evening filled with:

✨ Recognition and inspiration as we honour youth, young professionals, and organizations making a difference in our community

🎶 Live music by Elyse Aeryn during the pre-awards reception

🎉 An afterparty to remember with Coldstream Clear Distillery activations and giveaways 🥂 and an epic performance by Rankin MacInnis and The Broken Reeds

🎟️ There’s still time to grab your tickets: www.eventbrite.ca/e/1095360134649/?discount=COLDSTREAM

Join us as we celebrate the vibrant changemakers of Unama’ki-Cape Breton. We’ll see you there! 💫

01/23/2025

🎉 The 11th Annual Vital Unama'ki - Cape Breton Excellence Awards presented by RE/MAX Park Place Inc. are TOMORROW! 🎉

Get ready for an incredible evening celebrating local excellence, starting at 6:00 PM at Pitman Hall, Port of Sydney!

✨ What’s happening?

6:00pm: Pre-awards reception with live music by Elyse Aeryn
7:00pm: Awards ceremony honouring exceptional youth, young professionals, and organizations
9:00pm: Afterparty featuring activations and giveaways by Coldstream Clear Distillery 🥂 and an electrifying performance by Rankin MacInnis and The Broken Reeds 🎶 (19+ event)

🎟️ Haven’t grabbed your tickets yet? There’s still time! Plus, enjoy $5 OFF afterparty tickets with code COLDSTREAM at checkout.

🎁 Learn more about this year’s winners here: http://www.cbnextgen.com/winners.html

Join us in celebrating the vibrant future of Unama’ki-Cape Breton! Get your tickets now: www.eventbrite.ca/e/1095360134649/?discount=COLDSTREAM

We can’t wait to see you there! 💫

01/21/2025

We’re thrilled to announce that Coldstream Clear Distillery will be joining us at the 11th Annual Vital Unama’ki Excellence Awards afterparty! 🥂✨ Get ready for activations, giveaways, and a night to remember!

🎶 Rankin MacInnis and the Broken Reeds will be taking the stage to bring the vibes and keep the celebration going all night long!

To celebrate, we’re giving YOU $5 off afterparty tickets for the next 48 hours! Use the code COLDSTREAM at checkout and secure your spot at the party of the year.

🕒 Promo valid until 12:59 PM on January 22, 2025—don’t wait!

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*Please note that while the 11th Annual Vital Unama'ki - Cape Breton Excellence Awards are an all ages event, the Afterparty is 19+!

Join us for the 11th Annual Vital Unama'ki-Cape Breton Excellence Awards to celebrate and honor outstanding individuals in our community!

01/20/2025

🎉 EXCITING NEWS 🎉

We’re thrilled to announce that Coldstream Clear Distillery will be joining us at the 11th Annual Vital Unama’ki Excellence Awards afterparty! 🥂✨ Get ready for activations, giveaways, and a night to remember!

🎶 Rankin MacInnis and the Broken Reeds will be taking the stage to bring the vibes and keep the celebration going all night long! 🎸🔥

💃 To celebrate, we’re giving YOU $5 off afterparty tickets for the next 48 hours! Use the code COLDSTREAM at checkout and secure your spot at the party of the year.

🕒 Promo valid until 12:59 PM on January 22, 2025—don’t wait!

🎟️ Get your tickets now: www.eventbrite.ca/e/1095360134649/?discount=COLDSTREAM

*Please note that while the 11th Annual Vital Unama'ki-Cape Breton Excellence Awards are an all ages event, the Afterparty is 19+!

01/20/2025

🎉 Get ready to celebrate! 🎉

NextGen Unama'ki - Cape Breton is proud to host the 11th Annual Vital Unama'ki - Cape Breton Excellence Awards presented by RE/MAX Park Place Inc. on Friday, January 24, 2025, in Pitman Hall at the Port of Sydney.

✨ Picture this: an exciting evening filled with recognition and inspiration as we honour youth and young professionals aged 16 to 40 who have made a lasting impact on their community and workplace. We're also shining a spotlight on local employers and organizations that go above and beyond, celebrating their commitment to providing meaningful opportunities for young professionals.

The evening features:
🎶 A pre-awards reception with live music by Elyse Aeryn
🏆 An inspiring awards ceremony recognizing this year’s incredible winners
🎉 An after-party featuring Rankin MacInnis and The Broken Reeds

Learn more about this year’s winners here: http://www.cbnextgen.com/2024-winner-bios.html

🗓️ Mark your calendar, clear your schedule, and join us for the 11th Annual Vital Awards! Tickets are available now: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/11th-annual-vital-unamaki-cape-breton-excellence-awards-tickets-1095360134649?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

01/17/2025

⏰ Only 1 Week Until the 11th Annual Vital Unama'ki - Cape Breton Excellence Awards presented by RE/MAX Park Place Inc.! ⏰

📅 When: January 24th
📍 Where: Pitman Hall,Port of Sydney

This is one of the best events of the year! 🏆 Join us to celebrate the inspiring winners who are making an incredible impact on Unama'ki-Cape Breton and enjoy an unforgettable evening filled with surprises!

🌟 Here’s What’s Happening: 6:00 PM – Reception with live music by Elyse Aeryn 🎶
7:00 PM – Awards Ceremony: Celebrate the year’s amazing winners!
9:00 PM – Afterparty with Rankin MacInnis & the Broken Reeds 🎵

From exciting giveaways, including a round trip for two from Pascan Aviation ✈️, to fun moments throughout the night!

🎉 Afterparty-Only Tickets available!

🕒 Time is running out—get your tickets today and be part of one of the most exciting nights of the year!

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01/16/2025

🌟✨ The Countdown is On! Only 1 Week Left to Grab Your Tickets for the 11th Annual Vital Unama'ki - Cape Breton Excellence Awards presented by RE/MAX Park Place Inc.! ✨🌟

📅 When: January 24th
📍 Where: Pitman Hall, Port of Sydney

Don’t miss Unama'ki-Cape Breton’s most exciting celebration of young leaders, innovative organizations, and community changemakers! 🏆

🌟 Plan Your Evening:
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Reception
Kick off the night with light refreshments, networking opportunities, and a live acoustic performance by the incredible Elyse Aeryn . 🎶.

7:00 PM – 9:00 PM: Awards Ceremony
Feel inspired as we shine a spotlight on the stories of Cape Breton’s best and brightest.

9:00 PM – 12:00 AM: Afterparty
Dance the night away with live music from Rankin MacInnis and the Broken Reeds 🎵, enjoy good vibes, and connect with amazing people in a vibrant, fun atmosphere!

🎁 Plus, Exciting Giveaways!
As part of the evening, attendees will have the chance to win some amazing prizes, including a round trip for two from Pascan Aviation.

🎉 Afterparty-Only Tickets Are Here!
Can’t join us for the full evening? No problem! Grab an Afterparty-Only Ticket and celebrate with us from 9 PM to midnight.

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01/12/2025

🛫 Ready for takeoff? 🛫

The 11th Annual Vital Unama'ki - Cape Breton Excellence Awards are preparing for lift-off, and we’re thrilled to announce that attendees will have the chance to win a round trip for two to a destination served by Pascan Aviation!✈️ 🧳Pack your bags for an unforgettable adventure!

Don’t miss your chance to soar to new heights at this special celebration of excellence! ✨

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01/09/2025

🌟 The 11th Annual Vital Unama'ki - Cape Breton Excellence Awards presented by RE/MAX Park Place Inc.: A Night You Can’t Miss! 🌟

Get ready for the event of the year, where we celebrate the young leaders, employers, and organizations shaping the future of Unama’ki - Cape Breton—and throw an unforgettable celebration to match. ✨

🎤 Entertainment for the Pre-Show Reception and Awards Ceremony: Nova Scotia Music Week’s 2024 Entertainer of the Year, Elyse Aeryn , will set the tone for the evening with her incredible talent.

🎉 The After-Party: 2023 Entertainer of the Year, Rankin MacInnis and the Broken Reeds, will bring the house down with their legendary energy and unforgettable performance.

Events like this don’t come around often. Celebrate excellence, connect with inspiring changemakers, and experience a night to remember.

📅 When: January 24th, 2025
📍 Where: Pitman Hall, Port of Sydney
🎟 Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/11th-annual-vital-unamaki-cape-breton-excellence-awards-tickets-1095360134649?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

Be part of something extraordinary.