Leaders in construction: Meet the recipients of 网曝吃瓜鈥檚 2024 National Awards聽
QU脡BEC CITY, March 14, 2025
Presented by Northbridge Insurance, the 网曝吃瓜鈥檚 (网曝吃瓜) National Awards ceremony was held on March 14, 2025, during the Annual Conference in Qu茅bec City. This year鈥檚 recipients represent the industry鈥檚 best and brightest.
Congratulations to this year鈥檚 recipients for their exceptional contributions to the Canadian construction industry.
Geza Banfai, 鈥� sponsored by PCL Construction
An advocate for the Canadian construction industry for over 40 years, Geza’s commitment to legal reform, mentorship, and the advancement of industry best practices, promotes collaboration and efficiency in project execution, and helps the industry navigate challenges in an evolving legal landscape..
PCL Construction, 鈥� sponsored by CHUBB Insurance Company of Canada
Recognizing PCL Construction for their Fairmont Royal York Decarbonization Project which is a landmark achievement in sustainable construction 鈥� proving that even heritage buildings can evolve to meet modern environmental goals.鈥�
Construction Association of Nova Scotia, 鈥� sponsored by RAISE Underwriting
Through a deep commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility, the Construction Association of Nova Scotia (CANS) is shaping a workforce that truly represents the communities it serves.鈥�
Calgary Construction Association, 鈥� sponsored by Bockstael Construction
The Calgary Construction Association is more than an industry leader鈥攊t鈥檚 a driving force for change. Affectionately known as 鈥淟ittle 网曝吃瓜,鈥� the association is reshaping the industry by prioritizing services and focus areas that members need, such as dedicated public and media relations, advocacy and workforce strategies, as well as new membership engagement events and activities.鈥��
Westcor Construction Ltd., 鈥� sponsored by Travelers Canada
Westcor is a general contracting and construction management services company that aims to build a better world for clients, community and employees. Reflected by its people-first culture, Westcor empowers its people to reach their full potential and promotes Gold Seal certification as a recognized standard of excellence.
Anthony DeVito, 鈥� sponsored by McMillan LLP
Anthony Devito, GSC, is a passionate advocate for the construction industry, and has spearheaded multiple initiatives to address skilled labour shortages. His community spirit is equally inspiring, and in his just-over-a-decade long career, he has earned the respect of colleagues and industry peers alike.聽
Groupe AGF, 鈥� sponsored by Marsh Canada Limited
For AGF and the Gendron family, community involvement and a culture of philanthropy are an integral part of corporate life. With over $4.5 million donated to causes across Canada and more than 750 employee-led fundraising events since its Foundation鈥檚 inception, AGF unites its workforce, strengthens communities, and demonstrates that collective action can create lasting impact.
Enviro-Ex Contracting Ltd., 鈥� sponsored by Intact Surety
Enviro-Ex Contracting鈥檚 Highway 97 Cottonwood Hill Phase Two Slide project overcame extraordinary geotechnical challenges, setting new standards for efficiency, safety, and environmental responsibility, and stands as a testament to the potential of advanced technological integration in heavy civil construction
PCL Construction, 鈥� sponsored by Vipond Inc.
At PCL Construction, safety isn鈥檛 just a priority 鈥� it鈥檚 a core value. Every worker, every shift, every site.鈥疶his unwavering commitment has led to zero fatalities in the past three years and an extraordinary 16.7 million hours worked without a lost-time incident.
鈥淭his year鈥檚 award recipients demonstrate the best of the best of our industry. Congratulations to everyone for the recognition of their great achievements,鈥� said Rodrigue Gilbert, President of 网曝吃瓜.
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The call for nominations for next year鈥檚 awards opens this fall.
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About the 网曝吃瓜
网曝吃瓜 represents more than 18,000 member firms drawn from 57 local and provincial integrated partner associations across Canada. 网曝吃瓜 gives voice to the public policy, legal and standards development goals of contractors, suppliers and allied business professionals working in, or with, Canada鈥檚 institutional, commercial, industrial, civil and multi-residential construction industry.
The construction sector is one of Canada鈥檚 largest employers and a major contributor to the country鈥檚 economic success. The industry, 99.6 per cent of which is made up of small and medium enterprises, employs more than 1.6 million Canadians and contributes 7.5 per cent of Canada鈥檚 Gross Domestic Product.