Celebrate construction’s best: Now accepting nominations for ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï’s National Awards!
The ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï’s (ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï) National Awards celebrate the bold leaders, innovative thinkers, and industry champions who are shaping the future of construction. Nominations for the 2025–2026 awards season are officially open.
With nine distinct award categories, ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï is proud to provide a platform for our members and partner associations to showcase their exceptional achievements and be recognized nationally during our awards breakfast taking place at theÂ ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï Annual Conference.
The deadline to apply is Monday, December 1, 2025.
Each category celebrates different aspects of excellence, community, and innovation in construction, reflecting the diverse strengths and values of our industry. Below you will find a brief overview of each award.
New!
Nomination forms have been updated to provide additional clarity around submission criteria for each award.
To ensure fair and equal consideration, all nominations will be evaluated within the context of the sector and company size indicated on the application form.
The judging panel reserves the right to present multiple awards within a category based on differences in sector and/or company size to ensure fair and meaningful recognition.
Community Leader Award
This accolade honours ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï member firms, partner associations, or individuals employed by a member firm who have demonstrated outstanding dedication to community betterment. Nominees should provide details of their involvement in activities, organizations, or causes that contribute positively to their communities, regions, or the country at large.
Environmental Achievement Award
Established in 1991, this award recognizes innovative engineering, architectural design, construction practices, technology, or environmental management systems that offer significant environmental benefits. Submissions should include quantifiable data on environmental impact, life-cycle assessment, and the innovative nature of the submission.
Excellence in Innovation
This award highlights ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï member firms that have implemented groundbreaking construction practices within the past two years. Submissions should describe the innovation, its benefits, and improvements in safety, productivity, predictability, profitability, and environmental sustainability.
Gold Seal Award
The Gold Seal Award celebrates ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï member firms that exhibit exceptional commitment to construction management excellence. This award recognizes firms that support and promote Gold Seal certification among employees and incorporate the Gold Seal program into their business practices.
National Safety Award
In memory of Gordon M. Vipond, this award honours exceptional commitment to workplace safety. It recognizes achievements in safety program development, staff training, industry contributions, and maintaining an outstanding safety record.
Partner Association Award
This award acknowledges ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï integrated partner associations that have shown exemplary leadership in enhancing the industry through lobbying, government relations, education, and member recruitment. Innovative initiatives that yield tangible results are particularly valued.
Pinnacle Leader Award
Honouring the legacy of Robert Stollery, this award recognizes individuals who embody exemplary leadership and uphold the highest standards in the construction industry over a career spanning more than 20 years. The Pinnacle Leader Award celebrates those who pursue excellence in all facets of the Canadian construction industry.
Workforce Excellence Award
Introduced in 2019, this award recognizes efforts to champion diversity and inclusion within the construction industry. Submissions should detail inclusive recruitment strategies, efforts to promote under-represented groups, and initiatives to reduce bullying, harassment, or discrimination.
Young Leader Award
This accolade is for individuals under the age of 40 who are employed by ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï member firms and have demonstrated strong leadership, growth, and active support for the construction industry through involvement in ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï Partner Associations or the Young Leaders Group.