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Description

The Employee of the Year Award recognizes an employee who has made a significant contribution and/or positive impact on the company they work for. The recipient of the award must have been employed for the past six months by a VICA Member company in good standing. Nominees should: • Have outstanding performance, superior dedication, and a positive attitude on the job. • Seen as a role model within their company who works continuously to improve the construction industry. • Recognized by industry peers as a leader within their area of expertise. • Has demonstrated their commitment to mentoring the next generation of the construction workforce

Requirements

AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE:

The 2024 VICA Awards are open to all VICA Industry Members in good standing. Nominees must have been VICA Members for a minimum of six (6) months at time of submission. Submissions for the VICA Awards can be self-nominated or independently nominated.

You will be asked to submit:

1. 500-word (maximum) description of why the Nominee is worthy
2. Minimum of two (2) letters of support with contact information. Letters must be of a business nature and not from a personal contact (eg. Family member); one letter may be from a contact within your company. These letters are required to validate your nomination.
3. High-resolution photo(s) e.g., headshot or photo in action (if you do not provide a photo, VICA will choose a suitable image to represent you in the program)

Award Conditions:

• The Chair of the VICA Board of Directors is not eligible during the year in which he or she holds such position.
• The decision of the Awards Committee is final and not subject to appeal.
• If the entry contains any feature that is, or could be, protected by patent rights the submission must be accompanied by written evidence demonstrating that the necessary steps have been taken to secure the requisite legal protection; neither the sponsor of the VICA Award nor the Vancouver Island Construction Association (VICA) can assume any responsibility for “prior disclosure” in advance of a patent application.
• All submissions in support of a Nominee for the VICA Awards become the property of VICA.
• All photographs submitted with VICA Award nominations also become the property of VICA. These will be used to promote the VICA Awards, the Association, and the construction industry.
• Submissions timestamped after the submission deadline will not be considered.    

JUDGING PROCESS

1. A panel of judges will review and score all submissions against the prescribed criteria. The judges reserve the right to re-assign entries to the category they deem fit. The judges results will account for 75% of your final score.
2. A separate and independent online vote by members will then occur. The members online vote accounts for 25% of your final score. The combined results of the judges scoring, and the members voting will constitute the winner.

Description

The Employer of the Year Award recognizes outstanding achievement by a VICA Member company within the construction industry that has demonstrated sustainable compensation and finances, employee retention, and personal/professional development, while providing a safe and healthy workplace environment.

Requirements

AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE:

The 2024 VICA Awards are open to all VICA Industry Members in good standing. Nominees must have been VICA Members for a minimum of six (6) months at time of submission. Submissions for the VICA Awards can be self-nominated or independently nominated.

You will be asked to submit:

1. 500-word (maximum) description of why the Nominee is worthy
2. Minimum of two (2) letters of support with contact information. Letters must be of a business nature and not from a personal contact (eg. Family member); one letter may be from a contact within your company. These letters are required to validate your nomination.
3. High-resolution photo(s) e.g., headshot or photo in action (if you do not provide a photo, VICA will choose a suitable image to represent you in the program)

Award Conditions:

• The Chair of the VICA Board of Directors is not eligible during the year in which he or she holds such position.
• The decision of the Awards Committee is final and not subject to appeal.
• If the entry contains any feature that is, or could be, protected by patent rights the submission must be accompanied by written evidence demonstrating that the necessary steps have been taken to secure the requisite legal protection; neither the sponsor of the VICA Award nor the Vancouver Island Construction Association (VICA) can assume any responsibility for “prior disclosure” in advance of a patent application.
• All submissions in support of a Nominee for the VICA Awards become the property of VICA.
• All photographs submitted with VICA Award nominations also become the property of VICA. These will be used to promote the VICA Awards, the Association, and the construction industry.
• Submissions timestamped after the submission deadline will not be considered.    

JUDGING PROCESS

1. A panel of judges will review and score all submissions against the prescribed criteria. The judges reserve the right to re-assign entries to the category they deem fit. The judges results will account for 75% of your final score.
2. A separate and independent online vote by members will then occur. The members online vote accounts for 25% of your final score. The combined results of the judges scoring, and the members voting will constitute the winner.

Description

The Safety Excellence Awards are designed to honour those contractors who have maintained a superior safety record during the year leading up to submission. The Safety Award will be based on a contractor's claims experience record with the Workers' Compensation Board.

Requirements

SAFETY EXCELLENCE AWARDS

The Safety Awards are designed to honour those contractors who have maintained a superior safety record during the year. The Safety Award will be based on a contractor's claims experience record with the Workers' Compensation Board.

Mandatory submission requirements:

1. Completion of the Safety Excellence Award Nomination Form
   • o Submission of this application is considered consent to allow VICA to access your company's safety rating via WorkSafeBC

By submitting this application, you authorize the Workers' Compensation Board to release the required information pertaining to our Claims Experience record to the Vancouver Island Construction Association for the purpose of establishing our ranking for the Safety Award. I certify that the information contained in this nomination package is true to the best of my knowledge and that the nominated company is a VICA member. The nominee also consents to have their name and photo published in connection with the Safety Excellence Awards.

Description

The Supplier of the Year Award recognizes a VICA Member company for their overall excellence as a manufacturer/supplier on Vancouver Island. This award is presented to an active supplier who has shown outstanding skill in their craft, exceeded customer expectations with first-rate products and services, and is a leader in introducing innovative products and technologies to the construction sector. The company should be able to demonstrate instances where they have gone above and beyond for their customers, identify what products and services they offer and how they're unique to Vancouver Island, as well as any additional accolades that complement their business.

Requirements

AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE:

The 2024 VICA Awards are open to all VICA Industry Members in good standing. Nominees must have been VICA Members for a minimum of six (6) months at time of submission. Submissions for the VICA Awards can be self-nominated or independently nominated.

You will be asked to submit:

1. 500-word (maximum) description of why the Nominee is worthy
2. Minimum of two (2) letters of support with contact information. Letters must be of a business nature and not from a personal contact (eg. Family member); one letter may be from a contact within your company. These letters are required to validate your nomination.
3. High-resolution photo(s) e.g., headshot or photo in action (if you do not provide a photo, VICA will choose a suitable image to represent you in the program)

Award Conditions:

• The Chair of the VICA Board of Directors is not eligible during the year in which he or she holds such position.
• The decision of the Awards Committee is final and not subject to appeal.
• If the entry contains any feature that is, or could be, protected by patent rights the submission must be accompanied by written evidence demonstrating that the necessary steps have been taken to secure the requisite legal protection; neither the sponsor of the VICA Award nor the Vancouver Island Construction Association (VICA) can assume any responsibility for “prior disclosure” in advance of a patent application.
• All submissions in support of a Nominee for the VICA Awards become the property of VICA.
• All photographs submitted with VICA Award nominations also become the property of VICA. These will be used to promote the VICA Awards, the Association, and the construction industry.
• Submissions timestamped after the submission deadline will not be considered.    

JUDGING PROCESS

1. A panel of judges will review and score all submissions against the prescribed criteria. The judges reserve the right to re-assign entries to the category they deem fit. The judges results will account for 75% of your final score.
2. A separate and independent online vote by members will then occur. The members online vote accounts for 25% of your final score. The combined results of the judges scoring, and the members voting will constitute the winner.

Description

The U40 Person of the Year Award recognizes an individual, under the age of 40, who has demonstrated industry leadership and is committed to the advancement of the construction sector. The recipient of the award must have been employed for the past six months by a VICA Industry Member company in good standing. He or she will be someone who has made a significant impact or contribution to the workplace and/or a project; and to the community through volunteer work and/or business accomplishments.

Requirements

AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE:

The 2024 VICA Awards are open to all VICA Industry Members in good standing. Nominees must have been VICA Members for a minimum of six (6) months at time of submission. Submissions for the VICA Awards can be self-nominated or independently nominated.

You will be asked to submit:

1. 500-word (maximum) description of why the Nominee is worthy
2. Minimum of two (2) letters of support with contact information. Letters must be of a business nature and not from a personal contact (eg. Family member); one letter may be from a contact within your company. These letters are required to validate your nomination.
3. High-resolution photo(s) e.g., headshot or photo in action (if you do not provide a photo, VICA will choose a suitable image to represent you in the program)

Award Conditions:

• The Chair of the VICA Board of Directors is not eligible during the year in which he or she holds such position.
• The decision of the Awards Committee is final and not subject to appeal.
• If the entry contains any feature that is, or could be, protected by patent rights the submission must be accompanied by written evidence demonstrating that the necessary steps have been taken to secure the requisite legal protection; neither the sponsor of the VICA Award nor the Vancouver Island Construction Association (VICA) can assume any responsibility for “prior disclosure” in advance of a patent application.
• All submissions in support of a Nominee for the VICA Awards become the property of VICA.
• All photographs submitted with VICA Award nominations also become the property of VICA. These will be used to promote the VICA Awards, the Association, and the construction industry.
• Submissions timestamped after the submission deadline will not be considered.    

JUDGING PROCESS

1. A panel of judges will review and score all submissions against the prescribed criteria. The judges reserve the right to re-assign entries to the category they deem fit. The judges results will account for 75% of your final score.
2. A separate and independent online vote by members will then occur. The members online vote accounts for 25% of your final score. The combined results of the judges scoring, and the members voting will constitute the winner.

Description

The Woman in Construction of the Year Award recognizes a woman who has made a significant contribution and/or positive impact to the local construction industry. The recipient of the award must have been employed for the past six months by a VICA Industry Member company in good standing. Nominees should: • Be an ambassador for women in the construction industry, promoting it as a viable career option. • Be a leader in their respective company who has demonstrated a commitment to improving our industry. • Have shown community support through volunteer work or certain business accomplishments.

Requirements

AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE:

The 2024 VICA Awards are open to all VICA Industry Members in good standing. Nominees must have been VICA Members for a minimum of six (6) months at time of submission. Submissions for the VICA Awards can be self-nominated or independently nominated.

You will be asked to submit:

1. 500-word (maximum) description of why the Nominee is worthy
2. Minimum of two (2) letters of support with contact information. Letters must be of a business nature and not from a personal contact (eg. Family member); one letter may be from a contact within your company. These letters are required to validate your nomination.
3. High-resolution photo(s) e.g., headshot or photo in action (if you do not provide a photo, VICA will choose a suitable image to represent you in the program)

Award Conditions:

• The Chair of the VICA Board of Directors is not eligible during the year in which he or she holds such position.
• The decision of the Awards Committee is final and not subject to appeal.
• If the entry contains any feature that is, or could be, protected by patent rights the submission must be accompanied by written evidence demonstrating that the necessary steps have been taken to secure the requisite legal protection; neither the sponsor of the VICA Award nor the Vancouver Island Construction Association (VICA) can assume any responsibility for “prior disclosure” in advance of a patent application.
• All submissions in support of a Nominee for the VICA Awards become the property of VICA.
• All photographs submitted with VICA Award nominations also become the property of VICA. These will be used to promote the VICA Awards, the Association, and the construction industry.
• Submissions timestamped after the submission deadline will not be considered.    

JUDGING PROCESS

1. A panel of judges will review and score all submissions against the prescribed criteria. The judges reserve the right to re-assign entries to the category they deem fit. The judges results will account for 75% of your final score.
2. A separate and independent online vote by members will then occur. The members online vote accounts for 25% of your final score. The combined results of the judges scoring, and the members voting will constitute the winner.

Description

Open to all VICA Industry Members in good standing. Nominees must have been members for a minimum of six (6) months at time of submission. The project must have achieved substantial completion by February 1, 2024 and be located on Vancouver Island, Gulf Islands, or the Sunshine Coast.

Requirements

PROJECT ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS

The 2024 VICA Awards are open to all VICA Industry Members in good standing. Nominees must have been VICA Members for a minimum of six (6) months at time of submission. Submissions for the VICA Awards can be self-nominated or independently nominated.

You will be asked to submit:

• Certificate of Substantial Completion for this project
• Project description of why the nominee is worthy, including 500-word (maximum) project summary.
• Two (2) or more letters of support validating the VICA Award nomination.
• Six high-resolution photographs and/or multimedia

Award Conditions:

• A member may only submit one (1) project per category.
• The Chair of the VICA Board of Directors is not eligible during the year in which he or she holds such position.
• A Project Achievement Award may not be presented if, in the opinion of the judges, no suitable candidate has been nominated for the specific category.
• The decision of the Awards Committee is final and not subject to appeal.
• If the project entry contains any feature that is, or could be, protected by patent rights the submission must be accompanied by written evidence demonstrating that the necessary steps have been taken to secure the requisite legal protection; neither the sponsor of the VICA Award nor the Vancouver Island Construction Association (VICA) can assume any responsibility for “prior disclosure” in advance of a patent application.
• All photographs submitted become the property of VICA. These will be used to promotion. Photographs should be in high resolution .jpg, .png, or RAW formats.

JUDGING PROCESS

1. A panel of judges will review and score all submissions against the prescribed criteria. The judges reserve the right to re-assign entries to the category they deem fit. The judges results will account for 75% of your final score.
2. A separate and independent online vote by members will then occur. The members online vote accounts for 25% of your final score. The combined results of the judges scoring, and the members voting will constitute the winner.

Description

Open to all VICA Industry Members in good standing. Nominees must have been members for a minimum of six (6) months at time of submission. The project must have achieved substantial completion by February 1, 2024 and be located on Vancouver Island, Gulf Islands, or the Sunshine Coast.

Requirements

PROJECT ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS

The 2024 VICA Awards are open to all VICA Industry Members in good standing. Nominees must have been VICA Members for a minimum of six (6) months at time of submission. Submissions for the VICA Awards can be self-nominated or independently nominated.

You will be asked to submit:

• Certificate of Substantial Completion for this project
• Project description of why the nominee is worthy, including 500-word (maximum) project summary.
• Two (2) or more letters of support validating the VICA Award nomination.
• Six high-resolution photographs and/or multimedia

Award Conditions:

• A member may only submit one (1) project per category.
• The Chair of the VICA Board of Directors is not eligible during the year in which he or she holds such position.
• A Project Achievement Award may not be presented if, in the opinion of the judges, no suitable candidate has been nominated for the specific category.
• The decision of the Awards Committee is final and not subject to appeal.
• If the project entry contains any feature that is, or could be, protected by patent rights the submission must be accompanied by written evidence demonstrating that the necessary steps have been taken to secure the requisite legal protection; neither the sponsor of the VICA Award nor the Vancouver Island Construction Association (VICA) can assume any responsibility for “prior disclosure” in advance of a patent application.
• All photographs submitted become the property of VICA. These will be used to promotion. Photographs should be in high resolution .jpg, .png, or RAW formats.

JUDGING PROCESS

1. A panel of judges will review and score all submissions against the prescribed criteria. The judges reserve the right to re-assign entries to the category they deem fit. The judges results will account for 75% of your final score.
2. A separate and independent online vote by members will then occur. The members online vote accounts for 25% of your final score. The combined results of the judges scoring, and the members voting will constitute the winner.

Description

Open to all VICA Industry Members in good standing. Nominees must have been members for a minimum of six (6) months at time of submission. The project must have achieved substantial completion by February 1, 2024 and be located on Vancouver Island, Gulf Islands or the Sunshine Coast.

Requirements

PROJECT ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS

The 2024 VICA Awards are open to all VICA Industry Members in good standing. Nominees must have been VICA Members for a minimum of six (6) months at time of submission. Submissions for the VICA Awards can be self-nominated or independently nominated.

You will be asked to submit:

• Certificate of Substantial Completion for this project
• Project description of why the nominee is worthy, including 500-word (maximum) project summary.
• Two (2) or more letters of support validating the VICA Award nomination.
• Six high-resolution photographs and/or multimedia

Award Conditions:

• A member may only submit one (1) project per category.
• The Chair of the VICA Board of Directors is not eligible during the year in which he or she holds such position.
• A Project Achievement Award may not be presented if, in the opinion of the judges, no suitable candidate has been nominated for the specific category.
• The decision of the Awards Committee is final and not subject to appeal.
• If the project entry contains any feature that is, or could be, protected by patent rights the submission must be accompanied by written evidence demonstrating that the necessary steps have been taken to secure the requisite legal protection; neither the sponsor of the VICA Award nor the Vancouver Island Construction Association (VICA) can assume any responsibility for “prior disclosure” in advance of a patent application.
• All photographs submitted become the property of VICA. These will be used to promotion. Photographs should be in high resolution .jpg, .png, or RAW formats.

JUDGING PROCESS

1. A panel of judges will review and score all submissions against the prescribed criteria. The judges reserve the right to re-assign entries to the category they deem fit. The judges results will account for 75% of your final score.
2. A separate and independent online vote by members will then occur. The members online vote accounts for 25% of your final score. The combined results of the judges scoring, and the members voting will constitute the winner.

Description

Open to all VICA Industry Members in good standing. Nominees must have been members for a minimum of six (6) months at time of submission. The project must have achieved substantial completion by February 1, 2024 and be located on Vancouver Island, Gulf Islands or the Sunshine Coast.

Requirements

PROJECT ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS

The 2024 VICA Awards are open to all VICA Industry Members in good standing. Nominees must have been VICA Members for a minimum of six (6) months at time of submission. Submissions for the VICA Awards can be self-nominated or independently nominated.

You will be asked to submit:

• Certificate of Substantial Completion for this project
• Project description of why the nominee is worthy, including 500-word (maximum) project summary.
• Two (2) or more letters of support validating the VICA Award nomination.
• Six high-resolution photographs and/or multimedia

Award Conditions:

• A member may only submit one (1) project per category.
• The Chair of the VICA Board of Directors is not eligible during the year in which he or she holds such position.
• A Project Achievement Award may not be presented if, in the opinion of the judges, no suitable candidate has been nominated for the specific category.
• The decision of the Awards Committee is final and not subject to appeal.
• If the project entry contains any feature that is, or could be, protected by patent rights the submission must be accompanied by written evidence demonstrating that the necessary steps have been taken to secure the requisite legal protection; neither the sponsor of the VICA Award nor the Vancouver Island Construction Association (VICA) can assume any responsibility for “prior disclosure” in advance of a patent application.
• All photographs submitted become the property of VICA. These will be used to promotion. Photographs should be in high resolution .jpg, .png, or RAW formats.

JUDGING PROCESS

1. A panel of judges will review and score all submissions against the prescribed criteria. The judges reserve the right to re-assign entries to the category they deem fit. The judges results will account for 75% of your final score.
2. A separate and independent online vote by members will then occur. The members online vote accounts for 25% of your final score. The combined results of the judges scoring, and the members voting will constitute the winner.

Description

Open to all VICA Industry Members in good standing. Nominees must have been members for a minimum of six (6) months at time of submission. The project must have achieved substantial completion by February 1, 2024 and be located on Vancouver Island, Gulf Islands or the Sunshine Coast.

Requirements

PROJECT ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS

The 2024 VICA Awards are open to all VICA Industry Members in good standing. Nominees must have been VICA Members for a minimum of six (6) months at time of submission. Submissions for the VICA Awards can be self-nominated or independently nominated.

You will be asked to submit:

• Certificate of Substantial Completion for this project
• Project description of why the nominee is worthy, including 500-word (maximum) project summary.
• Two (2) or more letters of support validating the VICA Award nomination.
• Six high-resolution photographs and/or multimedia

Award Conditions:

• A member may only submit one (1) project per category.
• The Chair of the VICA Board of Directors is not eligible during the year in which he or she holds such position.
• A Project Achievement Award may not be presented if, in the opinion of the judges, no suitable candidate has been nominated for the specific category.
• The decision of the Awards Committee is final and not subject to appeal.
• If the project entry contains any feature that is, or could be, protected by patent rights the submission must be accompanied by written evidence demonstrating that the necessary steps have been taken to secure the requisite legal protection; neither the sponsor of the VICA Award nor the Vancouver Island Construction Association (VICA) can assume any responsibility for “prior disclosure” in advance of a patent application.
• All photographs submitted become the property of VICA. These will be used to promotion. Photographs should be in high resolution .jpg, .png, or RAW formats.

JUDGING PROCESS

1. A panel of judges will review and score all submissions against the prescribed criteria. The judges reserve the right to re-assign entries to the category they deem fit. The judges results will account for 75% of your final score.
2. A separate and independent online vote by members will then occur. The members online vote accounts for 25% of your final score. The combined results of the judges scoring, and the members voting will constitute the winner.

Description

Open to all VICA Industry Members in good standing. Nominees must have been members for a minimum of six (6) months at time of submission. The project must have achieved substantial completion by February 1, 2024 and be located on Vancouver Island, Gulf Islands, or the Sunshine Coast.

Requirements

PROJECT ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS

The 2024 VICA Awards are open to all VICA Industry Members in good standing. Nominees must have been VICA Members for a minimum of six (6) months at time of submission. Submissions for the VICA Awards can be self-nominated or independently nominated.

You will be asked to submit:

• Certificate of Substantial Completion for this project
• Project description of why the nominee is worthy, including 500-word (maximum) project summary.
• Two (2) or more letters of support validating the VICA Award nomination.
• Six high-resolution photographs and/or multimedia

Award Conditions:

• A member may only submit one (1) project per category.
• The Chair of the VICA Board of Directors is not eligible during the year in which he or she holds such position.
• A Project Achievement Award may not be presented if, in the opinion of the judges, no suitable candidate has been nominated for the specific category.
• The decision of the Awards Committee is final and not subject to appeal.
• If the project entry contains any feature that is, or could be, protected by patent rights the submission must be accompanied by written evidence demonstrating that the necessary steps have been taken to secure the requisite legal protection; neither the sponsor of the VICA Award nor the Vancouver Island Construction Association (VICA) can assume any responsibility for “prior disclosure” in advance of a patent application.
• All photographs submitted become the property of VICA. These will be used to promotion. Photographs should be in high resolution .jpg, .png, or RAW formats.

JUDGING PROCESS

1. A panel of judges will review and score all submissions against the prescribed criteria. The judges reserve the right to re-assign entries to the category they deem fit. The judges results will account for 75% of your final score.
2. A separate and independent online vote by members will then occur. The members online vote accounts for 25% of your final score. The combined results of the judges scoring, and the members voting will constitute the winner.