Pine River Wins Nonprofit of the Year at Dufferin Business Awards

Pine River Institute is proud to share that we have won the Nonprofit of the Year award at the Dufferin Board of Trade (DBOT) Business Excellence Awards (BEAs).

The BEAs have been celebrating outstanding businesses, nonprofits, and community leaders in Dufferin County for decades.

6 people stand in front of a backdrop featuring Canadian flags
From left: Senior Director of Campus Life Dan Ardis, Assistant Clinical Director Chantelle Grant, CEO Vaughan Dowie, Clinical Director Anne Tong, Program Director Jamie Ragazzon, Human Resource Director Jennifer Rutledge

“This year, we are focusing on our community and our country — recognizing those who are proudly Canadian and proudly Dufferin,” DBOT said on its website. “These awards highlight local excellence and celebrate the dedication of individuals and organizations that contribute to the growth and well-being of our community, all while fostering a deep sense of pride in operating a business in Dufferin, Ontario, Canada.”

To mark the occasion, Pine River’s Senior Director of Operations and Campus Life, Dan Ardis, joined DBOT’s Communications Manager, Jaemilyn Gavino, on a special episode of the Good Business Dufferin podcast.

Listen to the podcast episode here: Good Dufferin Business

Congratulations to all of this year’s nominees, finalists and award recipients. It’s an honour to be recognized among so many inspiring local businesses and organizations making a difference in our community.