79th Rural Urban Awards

The Chatham-Kent Chamber of Commerce Rural Urban Awards celebrates those who demonstrate outstanding innovation, growth, and contributions to the agriculture community.

Thursday, November 27th, 2025
The University of Guelph, Ridgetown Campus - 120 Main Street E, Ridgetown
Reception - 6:00 p.m. 
Dinner & Presentation 7:00 p.m.
Guest Speaker: Daniel Tisch, President & CEO, Ontario Chamber of Commerce

Daniel Tisch is a business, public policy, and community leader, having held executive roles in government and the corporate sector, and senior governance roles at public institutions and non-profit associations. He is known globally as an expert in corporate communications, public policy, community engagement, crisis and reputation management.

Join us for a night of celebration and congratulate the: 
Future Leader of the Year
Friend of Agriculture
Agriculture Innovator of the Year (Individual)
Agriculture Innovator of the Year (Business)
Woman of Agriculture
Agriculturist of the Year