Into the second round we go! The finalists have been named and eight local businesses are currently prepping for their pitches to the judges in June. Congratulations to a fantastic group of applicants who represent the Niagara Region. Pitch day is wonderful as each entrepreneur gets to share their stories about their business and their future plans. 

The winners will be announced at the 1Awards gala on June 19. Good luck to the finalists and thank you to everyone who applied.

Here are the 2019 Niagara 1Awards finalists.

Clowes & Co

Itty Bitty Pie Company

De La Terre Bakery Inc.

Pippa and Peach

Niagara Concussion Management

Small Scale Farms

Your Farm Gate Butcher Shop

Moyaa Shea Products Limited

Last Year's Winners

You don’t have to look hard to figure out who the movers and the shakers are when it comes to business in Niagara. There is some serious talent here. In 2018, four Niagara 1Awards winners came out on top and took home $100,000 in cash and in-kind, specialized services.

Congratulations to the winners – your talents are unique and your dedication to the Niagara community is wonderful to see. 

Hamill Machine Company develops products for wine, beer and food sectors for international customers and Hometown Ice Cream crafts all natural ice cream treats in downtown St. Catharines. Rooted in Niagara, Thorpe Concepts delivers hand-crafted kitchens and cabinetry and Stathletes is a St. Catharines-based sports analytics company with a focus on hockey. All of these business owners call Niagara home and their passion for business, community and local pride all came through in their pitches. 

Hamill Machine Company, Hometown Ice Cream, Thorpe Concepts, and Statheletes.

Community Partners

The success of the Niagara 1Awards would not be possible without our community partners. Thanks to all of you who continue to give your support both in your time and through your services.