City of Kawartha Lakes, Wednesday, January 21, 2026 – Junior Achievement of Northern and Eastern Ontario (JA-NEO) is pleased to unveil the 2026 class of inductees for the JA Business Hall of Fame for the City of Kawartha Lakes. This prestigious recognition celebrates exceptional local leaders whose business achievements, community involvement, and lifelong commitment to excellence have strengthened the economic and cultural fabric of the City of Kawartha Lakes region.
Through this initiative, JA-NEO continues its mission to inspire and prepare young people to succeed by showcasing role models who embody leadership, innovation, and resilience. Proceeds from the event directly support JA-NEO’s financial literacy, work readiness, and entrepreneurship programs—helping meet the growing demand for these essential learning opportunities and empowering the next generation of leaders.
Business Hall of Fame Induction Ceremonies – Tickets Now Available
Tickets are now available for the upcoming Business Hall of Fame Induction Ceremonies. Join us as we celebrate outstanding business leaders and their contributions to our communities.
🎟 Early Bird Pricing: $100 per ticket (available until March 29th at midnight)
🎟 Regular Pricing: $125 per ticket (after March 29th)
Our 2026 inductees are:
James Barrett & Sarah Quick
Globus Theatre
Dan Burns (posthumously)
Burns Bulk Food
Ken Found (posthumously)
Linborough Properties
Patricia Nieukirk
The Grand Hotel & Grand Experience Restaurant
Philip Nieukirk (posthumously)
The Grand Hotel & Grand Experience Restaurant
Greg Nisbett (posthumously)
Nisbett's Men's Shop
Jason Willock
Co-operators Willock Insurance Group Ltd
