2024 Old South Business Awards

Congratulations to both Sidetrack Café & Locomotive Espresso on winning the Business Excellence award!   They were jointly awarded for their remarkable efforts in supporting the Black Walnut Café after its devastating fire. Together, they selflessly raised $13,947 through online contributions, a raffle, donations of coffee sales on Wednesdays, and sales of the “Cafés of Old South” poster, showcasing outstanding generosity and teamwork. (Left to right: Jenn & Ky from Sidetrack Cafe, Will from Locomotive and Skylar Franke Ward 11 City Councillor. Congratulations Margaret Hopkins on winning the Local Champion award!   Margaret was awarded for her tireless dedication to Old South London. Her involvement in countless initiatives has improved the quality of life for residents and provided steadfast support for local businesses, enriching the neighbourhood’s vibrancy and economy.  (Left to right: Margaret Hopkins & Peggy Sattler, London West MPP) Congratulations to Idlewyld Inn & Spa on winning the People's Choice award! Nominated by both residents and businesspeople, the award was presented to the Idlewyld Inn for their cherished historic landmark that offers fine dining, elegant gatherings, and a luxury spa, embodying Old South’s charm and heritage.  (Left: Ian Leishman, Old South Business Association, Right: Effie from the Idlewyld Inn) BUSINESS EXCELLENCE: Sidetrack: A Wortley Café Locomotive Espresso South Featherfields The Bird and Garden LOCAL CHAMPION: Skylar Franke, London City Council Ward 11 Councillor Margaret Hopkins Brandon Tremblett, Tremblett’s Your Independent Grocer PEOPLE'S CHOICE: Idlewyld Inn & Spa Hyland Cinema Old South Village Pub You all deserved recoginition for the great work you do for Old South London. Dear Business Leaders, I want to express my deepest gratitude to everyone who contributed to making the Old South Business Awards such a memorable evening. To the volunteers who helped set up, the incredible staff at the Idlewyld Inn for their grarious hospitality, our special guests who presented awards, and the OSBA Board of Directors for their steadfast support, not just for this event, but for every initiative throughout the year, thank you. I also want to celebrate our award winners and nominees. Your hard work and dedication are the backbone of Old South London’s dynamic business community. You all exemplify the spirit of what makes this neighborhood so extraordinary. The evening was inspiring, highlighting our collective achievements, the collaborations that bring us closer together, and the amazing progress we’ve made as a unified business community. Here’s to an exciting year ahead in 2025, as we continue to support one another, making a lasting impact on both our businesses and the residents of Old South London. Thank you all for being part of this journey. Together, let’s continue strengthening and growing our community! Sincerely, Ian Ian Leishman Old South Business Association 190 Wortley Road LL10 London, Ontario N6C 4Y7,  info@OldSouthBA.com www.OldSouthBA.com, facebook.com/OldSouthBA   Mark your calendar with upcoming OSBA Meetings! Full list here: Meetings schedule & locations Or import the full schedule into your calendar with this calendar link: https://calendar.google.com/calendar/embed?src=c_cac6d04119e668640f4f29fc2fb21595b1df58f21633bf999aace735c96edd73%40group.calendar.google.com&ctz=America%2FToronto Join the OSBA to foster business growth in your neighborhood for all through collaboration and mutual support! You're welcome to join our members' meetings even before becoming a member! These interactive sessions follow an agenda focused on collaboratively strengthening and growing the Old South Business community. Our next members meeting is Thursday, January 9th at the Pickle Barrel 4pm-5pm & by Zoom (Zoom link: https://bit.ly/Jan2025OSBAzoom) Take in our next business mixer with free hors d'oeuvres & first drink! It'll be Thursday, February 13th 4:30pm-6pm at the Highland Country Club, 1922 Highland Heights.  Hopefully we'll see you there! ~ The Board of Directors (Annual Membership dues: Only $100! / Business outside of Old South: Only $150!) Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.