Eight local businesses walked away with an award and lots of pride last night.

The annual Okotoks Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence awards were held at the Foothills Centennial Centre, an evening to celebrate the best of the best in local business.

The winner of the Business of the Year award (for seven or more employee) was Carstar Okotoks.

Mark Kharfan, Carstar Okotoks Owner says his team's work ethic was a big contributor to the win.

"Overall our think our team's one mission only is customer service, our dedication, loyalty, and support. Making a bad situation into a great experience."

He says his employees will be ecstatic to hear the news.

"They're going to be very humbled of course, but very excited. I think it's going to create another success story through our file of things we do everyday with our customers."

Two other businesses were nominated for the Business of the Year award; Cactus Club Salon & Spa, as well as Fountain Tire.

Below is a list of all award winners:

Home Based Business of the Year: Eye See Clearly

Marketing: The Eagle Radio Station

Community Impact: Tribal Connections

Business of the Year (Six or less employees): Okotoks Auto Detailing

Outstanding Customer Service (Individual): Oliver Hallmark with Chatters

Outstanding Customer Service (Business): Cobs Bread Okotoks

New Business of the Year: Bone & Biscuit