MANITOBA CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE IN ACTION
2025 Future Champions T en extraordinary businesses and individuals whose creativity, commitment and leadership strengthen Manitoba’s economy and social fabric were recognized. Whether through entrepreneurship, community engagement or forward-thinking leadership, these Champions embody the belief that Manitoba is the best place to live, work and thrive. Businesses: • QDoc Inc. (Winnipeg) • Lynn & Liana Designs (Steinbach) • Friesens Corporation (Altona) • Southport Aerospace Centre (Portage la Prairie) • La Brasserie Nonsuch Brewing Co. (Winnipeg) • Valley Fiber Ltd. (Winkler) • Sperling Industries (Sperling) Individuals: • Pamela Kolochuk – CEO, Peak of the Market (Winnipeg) • Derek Earl – Chair, Biz for Climate (Winnipeg) • Marcel Kringe – Founder & CEO, Bushel Plus (Brandon) O n Manitoba Day 2025, the Manitoba Chambers of Commerce proudly celebrated the outstanding leaders, businesses and visionaries shaping our province through the Manitoba Champions Awards. From emerging innovators to long-standing business leaders, the Manitoba Champions Awards celebrated excellence. Award winners demonstrate the entrepreneurial drive, collaborative spirit and community-minded leadership that define our province. The program consisted of two distinct honours: the Future Champions Awards, recognizing innovators of today and tomorrow, and the Lieutenant Governor Awards for Outstanding Contribution to the Community, celebrating enduring excellence and leadership. Celebrating Manitoba’s Business Champions
Awards on display at the Manitoba Champions Awards ceremony.
Award recipients take the stage at the Manitoba Champions Awards, celebrating excellence in business and community leadership across the province.
PHOTOS BY IAN MCCAUSLAND
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