Caley Aylward, owner of Home by Caley Joy, took home the New Business of the Year award at the Greater Summerside Chamber of Commerce 2022 Business Excellence Awards. – Kristin Gardiner/SaltWire NetworkSUMMERSIDE, P.E.I. — For Caley Aylward, winning the New Business of the Year award is not just the culmination of all her hard work, but a sign the community has supported her in every step.
“Just being able to find that niche and thrive where we are, in our own community, it’s meant so much to us,” said Aylward. Home by Caley Joy in downtown Summerside, carries everything from apparel to bath items to home decor. Ultimately, each item is representative of her own personal, unique tastes – many of which are made in the Maritimes, but some come from around the world., she said, was “really great” and unexpected. She is equally happy for her fellow nominees and winners alike.