The Vancouver Regional Construction Association (VRCA) announced the 2025 Gold Award winners at its annual Awards of Excellence gala.

In its 36th year, the VRCA Awards of Excellence spotlights the exceptional work of the association’s member companies. In this year’s competition, 96 nominations were received, representing 75 unique projects and representing nearly $5 billion in construction value.

The projects were assessed by a panel of industry experts against pre-set criteria that included project management, financial performance, team collaboration, safety practices, as well as inclusion of minority groups. From the original 96 submissions, a total of 18 project categories were determined. Each category had up to three Silver Award winners, which were announced in July, and one Gold Award winner.

“This year marked one of the most competitive years yet,” said Jeannine Martin, president of the VRCA. “Each nominee should be incredibly proud of their accomplishments. Our Silver and Gold Award winners were chosen from among the best of the best, demonstrating excellence through innovative solutions to construction and supply chain challenges, as well as successful and meaningful efforts to include diverse groups, including Indigenous peoples.”

The General Contractor over $200 million Award went to PCL Constructors Westcoast for the Lions Gate Hospital Redevelopment Phase 3 – Acute Care Facility. The six-floor tower called the Paul Myers Tower features 108 private patient rooms, eight state-of-the-art operating rooms and 39 pre-operative and post-operative spaces. Construction began on the project in fall 2021 and it opened in March 2025.

Some of the other Gold Award winners in the General Contractor category include: