Celebrating excellence in our community

Every year, we shine a spotlight on the businesses and individuals who make our city centre extraordinary. The Love the Centre Business Awards recognise innovation, resilience, and outstanding contributions to our vibrant community.

Love the Centre Business Awards

The Love the Centre Business Awards are more than just a competition – they're a celebration of the passion, creativity, and hard work that drives Hamilton Central forward.

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Celebrating our local business community

These awards showcase the diverse talents and achievements of our local business community, from long-standing institutions to exciting newcomers.

Who can enter?

Joining the HCBA opens doors to a wealth of resources and networking opportunities. Enhance your business visibility and connect with like-minded professionals in the Hamilton community.

Location

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Any business operating within the Hamilton Central boundaries.

Eligibility

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Businesses must have been operating for at least 6 months.

nominees

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Anyone can nominate a business for an award.

Award categories

Our awards recognise businesses across diverse categories, from retail and dining to professional services and community initiatives. There's a category to celebrate all contributions to our city centre.

Recognising excellence in our community

Our winners showcase Hamilton Central's excellence, with outstanding business achievements and commitment.

Our winners

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Celebrating excellence in our community

Celebrating our local business community

Who can enter?

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