"Oscar" Nomination Information

2009 "Oscar" polls are closed!

Watch out for our November/December issue when we reveal the winners as chosen by YOU!

WINDSOR/ESSEX COUNTY NOMINATIONS

Business & Service

Outstanding New Business of 2009
from September 2008 to September 2009; please do not nominate restaurants

Most Powerful Electrical Contractor
electrical contractors for commercial and residential

The Good Fence Sense Company
fence companies for residential and commercial

Fine Wine Source
where to make your own wine

The Door Installer To Latch Onto
from the front door to the garage door, companies selling/installing doors

Waste No Time In Hiring These Experts
sanitation businesses—septic tank cleaning, liquid industrial waste removal

People

Ace Of Cakes
cake decorator/baker

Essex County’s Top Chef
can work at a restaurant, banquet hall or a catering firm

Charity Begins With This Mover & Shaker
employee or Executive Director who goes beyond the call of duty for a local non profit organization or charity

The Teacher That’s Music To Our Ears
music teachers at private companies only, no schools

Coolest Computer Tech
not computer sales but service—who to call when the computer "malfunctions"!

Favourite Local Athlete
any sport, all ages

Artist of the Year
can be local actor, singer, painter, musician, band etc

Retail

Dyn-o-mite Decorating & Painting Store
where to purchase paint, decorating supplies and more

Awesome Auto Parts Outlet

The Ultimate Trailer Hook-up
sales of camping trailers and RVs only, not U-hauls

Pedal Power Palace
where to buy a bicycle

The Card Shop That Rises To The Occasion
where to find the perfect greeting card every time

Pedicure Paradise
the best salon to treat those tender tootsies!

Hospitality

Restaurant That’s Hot, Hot, Hot For 2009
can be a new business or an existing restaurant that offers exceptional cuisine, reasonable prices and has a unique atmosphere

Best Pub Grub

The Perfect Steak
no matter how you like it, the dining establishment that always serves up a mouth-watering steak

Perkiest Coffee House

Bar None The Best Spot For 30 & Up
for those over the age of 30, the best bar to network for business and to meet friends

Most Accommodating Motel
motels/inns/lodges only, no hotels or b&bs