Congratulations to the winners of the 2nd Annual People’s Choice Awards in Northern BC!
We’re delighted to unveil the hidden gems in Northern BC & Cariboo Chilcotin Coast that earned top marks from BC voters. Check out the winners, you might even find some new and exciting places right outside your door!
Best Cafe
Winner: Two Sisters cafe, Smithers
1st Runner Up: Zoe's Java House, Prince George
2nd Runner Up: Cafe Zesta, Terrace
Best Patio
Winner: Alpenhorn Pub & Bistro, Smithers
1st Runner Up: Earls, Prince George
2nd Runner Up: Mr. Mikes Steakhouse, Prince George
Best Breakfast/Brunch
Winner: The Crest Waterfront Restaurant, Prince Rupert
1st Runner Up: De Dutch Pannekoek House, Prince George
2nd Runner Up: Nancy O's, Prince George
Best Restaurant
Winner: Mr Mikes Steakhouse & Bar, Prince George
1st Runner Up: CIMO Mediterranean Grill, Prince George
2nd Runner Up: Copper Pig BBQ & Social House, Prince George
Best Desserts
Winner: Taylor Made Cakes and Sweets, Williams Lake
1st Runner Up: Real Ohh Chocolate, Prince George
2nd Runner Up: Bites of Bliss, Prince George
Best Grocery Store
Winner: Save-On-Foods (Various Locations)
1st Runner Up: Bulkley Valley Wholesale, Smithers
2nd Runner Up: Safeway (Various Locations)
Best Health Food Store
Winner: Nature's Pantry, Smithers
1st Runner Up: Ave Maria Health Food & Specialties, Prince George
2nd Runner Up: Dynamic Health Service, Terrace
Best Spa
Winner: Spa Essentials, Terrace
1st Runner Up: Razor's Edge, Prince George
2nd Runner Up: Eloquence Spa & Salon, Williams Lake
Best Fitness Centre
Winner: YMCA, Prince George
1st Runner Up: MJ's Gym, Kitimat
2nd Runner Up: Gold's Gym, Prince George
Best Sports Store
Winner: Dawn 2 Dusk, Smithers
1st Runner Up: All Season's Source for Sports, Terrace
2nd Runner Up: Red Shreds Bike & Board Shed, Williams Lake
Best Home Decor Store
Winner: Heartstrings, Smithers
1st Runner Up: Homework, Prince George
2nd Runner Up: J.J. Springer & Company, Prince George
Best Hardware Store
Winner: Home Hardware, Various Locations
1st Runner Up: Home Depot (Various Locations)
2nd Runner Up: Rona (Various Locations)
Best Park/Public Garden
Winner: Fort George Park, Prince George
1st Runner Up: Sunken Gardens, Prince Rupert
2nd Runner Up: Riverfront Trail, Quesnel
Best Tourist Attraction
Winner: Barkerville Historic Town, Barkerville
1st Runner Up: Haida Heritage Centre at Kaay Llnagaay, Haida Gwaii
2nd Runner Up: Ancient Forest, Prince George
Best Accommodation
Winner: Tweedsmuir Sandman Signature, Prince George
1st Runner Up: Tweedsmuir Park Lodge, Bella Coola
2nd Runner Up: Minette Bay Lodge, Kitimat
Best Camp Site
Winner: Furlong Bay Campground, Lakelse Lake Provincial Park
1st Runner Up: Ferry Island Campground, Terrace
2nd Runner Up: Ten Mile Lake Campground, Quesnel
Best Golf Course
Winner: Skeena Valley Golf and Country Club, Terrace
1st Runner Up: Aberdeen Glen Golf Club, Prince George
2nd Runner Up: Williams Lake Golf & Country Club, Williams Lake
Best Bar/Pub
Winner: Nancy O's Restaurant, Prince George
1st Runner Up: BX Pub, Prince George
2nd Runner Up: Oliver Street Bar & Grill, Williams Lake
Best Live Music Venue
Winner: George Little Park, Terrace
1st Runner Up: Nancy O's Restaurant, Prince George
2nd Runner Up: Gwen Ringwood Outdoor Theatre Boitanio Park, Williams Lake
Best Local Festival
Winner: Riverboat Days, Terrace
1st Runner Up: Billy Barker Days, Quesnel
2nd Runner Up: Artswells Festival of All things Art, Wells
Best Hair Salon
Winner: Razors Edge Hair Studio & Day Spa, Prince George
1st Runner Up: Suede Hair Studio & Boutique, Kitimat
2nd Runner Up: Eloquence Spa & Salon, Williams Lake
Best Clothing Store
Winner: Dawn 2 Dusk, Smithers
1st Runner Up: Ricki's/Bootlegger, Prince George
2nd Runner Up: Ruins, Prince George
Best Beauty Store
Winner: Shopper's Drug Mart, Various Locations
1st Runner Up: Sally's Beauty Supply, Prince George
2nd Runner Up: Suede Hair Studio & Boutique, Kitimat
Best Local Media Personality
Winner: Betsy Trumpener, CBC
1st Runner Up: Mike Benny, 101.3 The River
2nd Runner Up: Dale Taylor, 97.5 The Rush