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We have a lot to celebrate here in the Hills, not the least of which are those organizations and businesses that attract and service visitors to the Hills of Headwaters region.
Recipients of the Hills of Headwaters 2007 Tourism Awards are:
1. Tourism Ambassador of the Year: Kelly Myles, Caledon Country Club
Kelly is a keen advocate for tourism, supporting the Tourism Association's needs for special events through the donation of meeting space on an annual basis. Her commitment to a collaborative, regional approach to tourism is strong as is her policy of always referring Hills of Headwaters members to her customers and colleagues.
Kelly's roster of achievements on behalf of regional tourism is staggering:
- A long standing role on the Tourism Association's Board of Directors, since 1999
- Chair of the Tourism Association's Marketing Committee, since 2001
- Chair of the award winning Hills of Headwaters Visitor Guides project, since 2002
- Chair of the award winning Headwaters Golf Trail, since 2005
- Represents the Hills of Headwaters on committees of the Ontario Tourism Marketing Partnership
Not only is it a great achievement to receive the award of Tourism Ambassador of Year, but Kelly has earned it with such distinction it will be a difficult achievement for those who are her successors.
www.golfcaledon.com.
2. Best Attraction or Event: The Credit Valley Explorer Tour Train
Since its first public run in 2004 this popular attraction has been experienced by thousands of Ontarians. Each weekend, the Credit Valley Explorer provides hundreds of passengers with a picture window view of our region's spectacular landscape allowing them restful inspiration while they sit and enjoy a fine meal supplied by David's Restaurant in Erin. Passenger feedback is unanimous: any season is a great time to ride the rails.
www.creditvalleyexplorer.com.
Congratulations are also extended to award finalists: Dufferin County Museum & Archives and Town of Orangeville Tree Carvings
3. Best Restaurant: Mrs. Mitchell's Restaurant
Celebrating 26 years in business, Mrs. Mitchell's Restaurant, housed in an 1889 one-room schoolhouse, is a historical landmark in the hamlet of Violet Hill in Mulmur. Set amongst beautifully tended gardens where many a bride and groom have posed with keepsake photos of loved ones, Mrs. Mitchell's has Colonial Williamsburg flair. Celebrating the spirit of Christmas Yuletide around the open fireplace is an annual pilgrimage for many loyal regular diners. Whether you are enjoying lunch, brunch, afternoon tea or evening dinner, your palate is in for a succulent treat at Mrs. Mitchell's.
www.mrsmitchells.com
Congratulations are also extended to award finalists: Bluebird Cafe and Juniper Grill and Wine Bar
4. Retailer of the Year: Minerva's Boutique & Spa
Minerva's Spa & Boutique truly has it all. The Boutique is a thriving haunt for many loyal shoppers and those from afar. Their several rooms are magically displayed with a huge selection of amazing name brand clothing including fine casual loungewear, feminine lingerie & whimsical gifts. The full service day spa upstairs, overlooking the scenic Credit River, enhances the welcoming and relaxed environment at Minerva's who truly do have it all with their attractive, eye-catching windows welcoming visitors inside their doors on the Main Street of the thriving historic Village of Erin.
www.minervasspa.ca
Congratulations are also extended to award finalists: From the Kitchen to the Table and Pear Home.
5. Best Accommodation: Unto the Hills B & B
Guest all agree that Unto the Hills B & B is truly beautiful both inside & out. The manicured grounds are beautifully landscaped with tended rock gardens, flower beds and even a small private golf hole on their expansive lawns. Other comments include ìfrom the moment you walk in the door, you feel a welcome peacefulnessî. Unto the Hills is always spotlessly clean, from the Jacuzzi tubs to the luxurious rooms with fluffy beds. Hosts Lynne & Don Laverty extremely knowledgeable, promoting the region's exceptional attractions, unique shops and distinctive restaurants and their unquestionable passion to please is evident as they take care of your every need.
www.untothehills.ca
Congratulations are also extended to award finalists: Best Western Orangeville Inn and Suites and The Stream Bed and Breakfast
6. Artist of the Year: Laurie McGaw
Laurie's combined attributes of natural skills and talent, dedication, hard work and continuous learning serve to compliment her delightful personality. Laurie's work in both portraiture and illustration is renowned. She has painted portraits of several notable people including Oscar Peterson, Norman Jewison, Andrea Bocelli and others. One of her most recent works was her wonderful design on the Silver Dollar of Joseph Brant for the Royal Canadian Mint. Her children's book illustrations have received many accolades including the New York Times description of her work in "African Princess" as being "stunning". Laurie has had a long and admirable professional and volunteer history with the "Arts" in the Hills of Headwaters, being one of the founding members of the Dufferin Arts Council and serving on the Board of Directors for several years. She also served as Chair for the Headwater's Studio Tour in 2001.
www.lauriemcgaw.com
Congratulations are also extended to award finalist: Laura Berry Gallery
7. Service of the Year: Echohill Web Sites
Valerie Jones of Echohill Web Sites provides an invaluable service to the tourism operators in the Hills of Headwaters, maintaining, creating and assisting in the development of their most important promotional vehicle: their web site! Valerie has a professional, efficient and cheerful approach and her dedication to her work is evident in the quality of the web sites she creates. Valerie believes your image is her business. Web site design is not a side business or hobby it's a full time profession for Echohill.
www.echohill.ca.
Congratulations are also extended to award finalists: Gairdner and Associates Real Estate and Glendale Veterinary Hospital
But don't take the Tourism Association's word for it, find out yourself just how great these organizations and businesses are by visiting one today!
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