The Canada Pakistan Affiliated Chamber of Trade (CPACT) is proud to have conducted its first-ever successful awards gala, the CPACT CHOICE AWARDS 2018 (CCA 2018) on Friday, August 10th, 2018, at the Sheraton Montreal Airport Hotel. Cogeco Peer 1 was the event’s presenting sponsor.

This awards gala aimed to acknowledge and honor local South Asian businesses/professionals in their field of excellence. Highlights of the evening were the remarkable keynote speeches by award-winning speaker/author Samra Zafar, CPACT Celebrity Artist spokesperson Zahid Ahmed, leading actor and director Samina Peerzada and Usman Peerzada, and memorable performances by stand-up comedian Faisal Butt and JoSH the Band.

We are thankful for the immense support given to us through nominations, votes, and attendance to the event, from sponsors, celebrity guests, dignitaries and the audience. Special Thanks to our CPACT Executive Team, volunteers and over 350 people who graced the event with vigor and enthusiasm.

Moreover, a special shout-out to MediaVision - for having beautifully captured the memorable moments, DJ Paul from Jannat Productionz for providing audio visual services, Girish from Shaadi MC for coordinating and hosting the event, Pamela and Jose from Bellas Beauty Studio for providing styling services for celebrities and Elegant Events MTL for décor services.

CPACT is delighted to share its gala event coverage with you and is thankful for the immense support received by the Canadian South Asian communities. Congratulations to all the winners and participants of CCA 2018.