Awards

• Be located within the Town of Stony Plain
• Hold a valid Town of Stony Plain business license
• Be in operation for a minimum of two years
• Not have received the Ambassador of Action Award or Award of Business Excellence within the last five years

• Innovative practices: the extent to which the business demonstrates creativity and forward-thinking in its operations, products, or services
• Customer service: the quality and effectiveness of the business's customer service and its ability to meet or exceed customer expectations
• Growth: the business's expansion or development over a period of time, including financial growth, market share, and workforce size
• Community participation: the business's involvement and positive impact within the community through volunteerism, philanthropy, and support for local initiatives

Main Street Financial & ProBenefits Named 2026 Award of Business Excellence Recipient

For more than 30 years, Main Street Financial & ProBenefits has helped individuals, families, and businesses navigate their financial and employee benefits needs. Serving more than 500 households and 100 businesses, the company has built its reputation on trusted advice, personalized service, and long-term relationships, with many clients remaining with the business across multiple generations.

To learn more, visit their website at Main Street Financial & ProBenefits.

• Events, projects, or initiatives undertaken by an organization or non-profit must take place within the Town of Stony Plain
• Individuals nominated must be a resident of Stony Plain or be able to demonstrate that the initiative they are nominated for took place in Stony Plain or contributed to the economy of Stony Plain
• Hold a valid Town of Stony Plain business license
• Not have received the Award of Creative Excellence within the last two years
• Events, projects or initiatives must have taken place within 18 months from the open date of nominations

Nominees should possess at least one of the following attributes:

• Offer cultural initiative(s) that promote(s) Stony Plain
• Encourages accessibility and inclusion to participate relating to culture or tourism
• Elevates the creative culture and identity of Stony Plain
• Partners or collaborates with local artists or artisans to promote the creative industry 
• Contributes to the field of local cultural planning, programs, or services
• Enhances the vitality and vibrancy of the culture or tourism sector
• Is a cultural or tourism ambassador for the community of Stony Plain

Parkland Potters' Guild Honoured with 2026 Award of Creative Excellence

Celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2026, the Parkland Potters' Guild is an entirely volunteer-run and self-funded organization that has become a cornerstone cultural institution in Stony Plain. Through classes, workshops, and participation in community events, the Guild has introduced generations of people to the ceramic arts. Its Crooked Pot Gallery provides a venue for artists to showcase their work and offers a selection of affordable, unique pottery for purchase. The Guild also supports local charities through annual fundraisers.

For more information about the Guild, visit their website at Parkland Potters' Guild.