Town Of Stouffville Receives Three International Awards for Events

The Town of Stouffville’s Community Services Events Team is being celebrated on the international stage after receiving three 2026 IFEA/Haas & Wilkerson Pinnacle Awards from the International Festivals and Events Association (IFEA).

The awards recognize outstanding achievement in event production, creativity, and community engagement, placing Stouffville among leading festivals and events organizations worldwide. This year’s competition featured submissions from across North America, Europe, Asia, Australia, and beyond.

Stouffville was recognized in the following categories:

• Gold – Best Overall Sponsorship Program (Budget: $50,000–$500,000)
• Bronze – Best Overall Entertainment Program (Budget: $50,000–$500,000)
  Stouffville Ribfest
• Bronze – Best Event/Program Within an Event to Benefit a Cause (Budget: Under $50,000)
  Stouffville Main Street 5K benefitting the Markham Stouffville Hospital Foundation

“Our events play an important role in bringing people together, celebrating local pride, and creating lasting memories,” said Mayor Iain Lovatt. “These awards recognize the incredible work of our Events Team and the enthusiasm of a community that continues to show up, participate, and make Stouffville such a vibrant place to live.”

“Whether it's a long-standing community tradition or a new event experience, our goal is always to create moments that connect people and strengthen our community,” said Rob Braid, Commissioner of Community Services. “It's rewarding to see that work recognized internationally and to know that Stouffville continues to set a high standard for community events.”

The IFEA/Haas & Wilkerson Pinnacle Awards recognize excellence across all facets of event production, including marketing, programming, and community outreach and continue to be the standard for achievement and inspiration throughout the global festivals and events industry. Winners are selected by an international panel of industry experts.

For more information about upcoming events in Stouffville, visit townofws.ca/events