From entrepreneurs to community leaders, Niagara-on-the-Lake residents are being invited to put forward nominations for the town’s annual Business Achievement Awards.

Formerly known as the Spirit Awards, the program, hosted by the NOTL Chamber of Commerce, highlights individuals, businesses and organizations across a range of sectors, including entrepreneurship, hospitality and tourism, agriculture, arts and culture and community service.

The awards gala is scheduled for May 20, at Ravine Vineyard Estate Winery.

Residents and members of the business community are invited to submit nominations for those demonstrating leadership, innovation and a commitment to NOTL’s economic growth.

Nominations close April 27.

Award categories include: Business of the Year, the Dan Patterson Awards for Entrepreneurial Spirit, the Celia Liu Award for Excellence in Hospitality and Tourism, the Christopher Newton Award for Arts and Culture, Outstanding Achievement in Agriculture, the Peter Ling Award for Community and Business Leadership, and the Lord Mayor’s Award of Excellence: Citizen of the Year.

Sponsorship opportunities are also available for organizations interested in supporting the event.

Nominations can be submitted through the chamber’s website, at chambernotl.com/business-awards.