Sign Media Canada is proud to announce the winner of our 2024 Cover Contest: Signature Sign & Image, whose restoration of the Mr. Cavalier sign earned the top spot through a public vote!

The winning project, which graced our November 2024 cover, stood out for its mix of nostalgia, artistry, and modern craftsmanship. Originally built by Signature Sign & Image back in 1994 for Ripley’s in Niagara Falls, Ont., Mr. Cavalier was first lit with glass neon and has been a recognizable landmark ever since.

Earlier this year, Ripley’s brought the sign back for a facelift. The team at Signature carefully removed the aging glass neon before handing Mr. Cavalier over to their muralist, Elaine Wallis, who repainted him by hand. Once refreshed, technicians Bobby Davis and Austin Stenzel gave him a new glow with LED rope lighting—a blend of retro character and modern efficiency.

Congratulations to Signature Sign & Image for bringing this icon back to life—and for earning the title of Sign Media Canada’s 2024 Cover Contest winner!