Join Us for the 25th Black Tie Awards – A Night of Excellence in Cowichan!

The Duncan Cowichan Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with The Cowichan Valley Citizen, proudly presents the 25th Black Tie Awards—Cowichan’s premier celebration of business excellence and volunteerism.

Since 1996, this prestigious event has honoured outstanding businesses, entrepreneurs, and community champions. This milestone year promises an unforgettable evening of recognition, networking, and celebration.

📅 Date: Friday, April 11, 2025
📍 Venue: Chemainus Theatre Festival
🎟️ Tickets: $75 per person

What to Expect:

Red Carpet Welcome – Arrive in style and capture the moment!
Sparkling Wine & Appetizer Reception – Connect with fellow business and community leaders.
Awards Ceremony – Celebrate this year’s outstanding finalists and winners in an Oscars-style gala.
After Party Dessert Reception – Indulge in a sweet treat after the award ceremony.

Seating Requests

Would you like to be seated with a specific finalist or group? Let us know when purchasing your tickets. While we will do our best to accommodate requests, seating is first-come, first-served and not guaranteed.

For assistance, contact us at 250-748-1111 or chamber@duncancc.bc.ca.

About the Black Tie Awards

For 25 years, the Black Tie Awards have recognized excellence across the Cowichan Valley Regional District. This biennial event highlights the dedication, innovation, and leadership of businesses, organizations, and volunteers who make our region thrive.

2025 Award Categories & Sponsors

This year, we’re celebrating excellence across 10 categories, presented by the following community partners:

🏅 New Business – Redline Management Services
🏅 Community Builder – Duncan Dairy Queen
🏅 Exceptional Customer Experience – Island Savings
🏅 Arts & Culture – Downtown Duncan Business Improvement Area
🏅 Environmental Excellence – Economic Development Cowichan (CVRD)
🏅 Volunteer of the Year – Peninsula Co-op
🏅 Young Entrepreneur – Coastal Community
🏅 Business Excellence (1-5 employees) – Scotiabank
🏅 Business Excellence (6-19 employees) – Nanaimo Airport
🏅 Business Excellence (20+ employees) – MNP

Looking Back & Looking Ahead

The 2023 Black Tie Awards Gala was a remarkable success, filled with energy, inspiration, and community spirit. As we prepare for the 2025 celebration, we can’t wait to honour more incredible achievements from across the Cowichan Valley.

Join us for an evening of elegance, recognition, and connection. We look forward to celebrating with you!

🎟️ Get Your Tickets Today!

Don't miss out on this extraordinary night. Reserve your spot now and be part of Cowichan’s most prestigious awards event.

For more details, visit www.duncancc.bc.ca or follow us on:
📍 Facebook: @DuncanCowichanChamber
📍 Instagram: @duncancowichan
📍 LinkedIn: @DuncanCowichanChamberofCommerce

🚨 Please Note: Tickets are non-refundable and must be purchased through the Duncan Cowichan Chamber of Commerce (not the Chemainus Theatre). Physical tickets can be picked up at the Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre or at the venue on the night of the event.