Simcoe County Historical Association

Preserving the Past, In the Present, For the Future

Simcoe County Historical Association Heritage Business Award Nominations

Do you know of a business worthy of being recognized with the Simcoe County Historical Association Heritage Business Award? Here’s how to nominate them!

Step 1: Determine if they qualify for the award

Businesses considered for the award are those which fulfill the following criteria:

  • Has been in operation for a minimum of 50 years
  • Has continuously operated from a headquarters or main office within Simcoe County
  • Special consideration will be given to businesses which have remained within the same family, or which have retained the name of the original business
  • Special consideration will be given to businesses which represent previously unrecognized parts of the county

Step 2: Submit a nomination

Nominations are open annually from April 1 to May 31. To nominate a qualifying business, simply fill out the form below:

NOMINATIONS ARE NOT CURRENTLY BEING ACCEPTED.

Winners are chosen by the Board of Directors of the SCHA based on a grading system. Winners will be announced through our social media channels once the chosen business has been notified. An award ceremony of the winning business’ choosing will be announced later in the year for interested parties to attend.

 

Simcoe County Historical Association Land Acknowledgement

In recognition of those who walked this land before us, Simcoe County Historical Association acknowledges that we gather on the ancestral
territory of the Anishinaabek Nations: the Ojibwe, Odawa, and Pottawatomi, who collectively are known as the Three Fires Confederacy. We remember
too the people of the Wendat who once made this land their home. We acknowledge with regret that in the past we have not lived in harmony
with the Indigenous People of Turtle Island and our relationship has not been one of true friendship based on honesty, generosity, and mutual respect.
Today we recognize the enduring presence of the people of the Chippawa Tri-Council: Beausoleil First Nation, Georgina Island First Nation, and Chippewas of Rama First Nations, as well as the people of the Métis Nation, the Inuit, and other First Nations who have chosen to make their
homes in this region. The members of the Simcoe County Historical Association recognize that we have much to learn from the history, culture, and teachings of the Indigenous Peoples with whom we now share this land. We are committed to nurturing a spirit of respect, honesty, and reconciliation with all our First Nations, Métis, and Inuit neighbours. Click Here for more info.