2026 President's Dinner & Cornerstone Awards

162nd Annual President’s Dinner & Cornerstone Awards

Join 170+ business leaders, community builders, and changemakers for an evening of celebration, connection, and recognition at the Belleville Chamber of Commerce’s signature annual event.
 

Event Overview

Each year, the President’s Dinner brings together our business community to:

• Welcome our incoming Chamber President
• Celebrate excellence through the Cornerstone Awards
• Connect with fellow business leaders and professionals

Enjoy a welcoming reception, engaging networking opportunities, a dynamic dining experience, and an inspiring awards presentation.

2026 Theme: "What did you want to be when you grew up?"

This year’s theme celebrates career journeys and the impact of workforce development, inspired by incoming President Sandi Ramsay’s work with the Centre for Workforce Development and the Ontario Career Lab.

Guests are invited to join the fun with a “high school flashback” twist! Dress as what you wanted to be when you grew up and let others guess!

What to Expect: 

• Welcome reception featuring Hinterland Prosecco
• Ample networking opportunities
• Diverse and delicious food stations (dietary needs accommodated)
• Assigned seating for dining and presentations
• Photo booth experience with take-home photos
• A lively and engaging evening atmospher

Cornerstone Awards:

The Cornerstone Awards are the highlight of the evening, recognizing outstanding individuals and businesses who contribute to the strength and success of our community. Awards are presented in the following categories:

• Citizenship
• Founder
• Mentor
• Visionary
• Lifetime Achievement

Make a night of it! 

Make the most of your evening with a special $89 room rate at the Ramada by Wyndham Belleville. Call Dani at 613-968-3411 ext. 493 to book your room. Prefer not to stay? A Safe Ride Home option is available.

Become a Sponsor:

Put your business in front of Belleville’s most engaged and influential business leaders. A range of sponsorship opportunities are available to suit every level of investment. 

Contact Cristina: 📞 613-962-4597 ext. 2   |   📧 Cristina@bellevillechamber.ca