P.J. Gardiner 2025 Newfoundland and Labrador Entrepreneur of the Year Award

Peter Woodward (B.Comm.(Co-op.)’81)
President and chief executive officer
Woodward Group of Companies
Mr. Woodward (B.Comm.(Co-op.)’81) is president and CEO of the Woodward Group of Companies, a diversified, family-owned business based in Happy Valley-Goose Bay that has been serving northern and remote areas for over 60 years.
The Woodward company has significant interests in oil distribution, automotive, marine ferries, coastal supply tankers, military contracting and real estate, and employs over 800 people.
Mr. Woodward also serves as director of The Shaw Group and Emera. He’s previous served as chair of the Labrador Health Corporation, Labrador College and the Premier’s Advisory Council.
In 2024, he was inducted into the Junior Achievement Newfoundland and Labrador Business Hall of Fame.