Carrie Hiebert, owner of Thompson Travel, has received the Humboldt and District Chamber of Commerce's latest Courtesy Service Award.

She was nominated by one community member who said: "She always goes above and beyond. She always has a smile. She has been an important member of the community for many years."

Another person said: "She is caring and always puts the customer first."

The award also comes with a $50 gift certificate for a Chamber member business.

Hiebert said customer service is everything for Thompson Travel.

"Our clients become our friends."