The Awards for Excellence in Tourism gala is an event of note for the tourism industry. The awards recognize and honour those dynamic organizations, businesses and individuals who have contributed to the success of the industry through their sustained efforts over the past year. The Awards for Excellence in Tourism serve to encourage those involved in the industry, a highly active sector of the economy. Congratulations to all winners!

Outdoor Activities and Leisure	Agrotourism and regional delights	Tourism Attractions less than 100,000 visiteurs	Ecotourism and Adventure tourism
Station touristique Pin Rouge New Richmond	La Vallée de la Framboise Val-Brillant	Bioparc de la Gaspésie Bonaventure	Parc récréotouristique du rocher Cap-Chat d'arbre en arbre
Tourist Festival and Event: operating budget less than $1,000,000	Tourist Festival and Event: operating budget more than $1,000,000	Accommodations Esthablishment 1 to 3 stars	Accommodations Campground
Fête du bois flotté Sainte-Anne-des-Monts	Corporation de développement des fêtes de Gaspé 2009	Hostellerie Baie Bleue Carleton-sur-Mer	Camping Amqui
Accommodations Tourism residence	Tourism Development Restaurant	Human Ressources Tourism Supervisor	Tourism Services
Chalets du Bioparc de la Gaspésie Bonaventure	Restaurant Bistro La Bottine gourmande Sainte-Angèle-de-Mérici	Monsieur Rino Beaulieu Camping Amqui	Conseil de la Culture de la Gaspésie
Sustainable Tourism	Special Jury Award	Excellence tourism Award
Exploramer, Fourchette Bleue Sainte-Anne-des-Monts	La Vallée taconique Mont-Saint-Pierre	Madame Lucille Duchesneau Hôtel Le Francis New Richmond