:Shelley Bacon Honored with Lifetime Achievement Award
The Brockville & District Chamber of Commerce has named Shelley Bacon the recipient of the 2025 Lifetime Business Achievement Award. Bacon, the founder of Northern Cables in 1996, transformed the company from a small operation into a major player in the power cable industry, employing 300 people and serving both Canadian and U.S. markets.
Bacon’s leadership extends beyond business success. He is actively involved in the community, serving as Chair of the St. Lawrence Economic Corridor Commission and as a director for local organizations, including the Lanark, Leeds and Grenville Addictions and Mental Health Board and the Rideau St. Lawrence Science Fair Committee. He has also contributed to fundraising efforts for Maple View Landings in Athens.
Bacon’s dedication to community service and business excellence earned him the Business Person of the Year award in 2021. He will be honored at a special ceremony following the Chamber’s Annual General Meeting on March 27, 2025, at the Brockville Country Club. The 1000 Islands Community Development Corporation sponsors the award, recognizing individuals who have made lasting contributions to the community.