The Vancouver Regional Construction Association (VRCA) is now accepting nominations for the Outstanding Achievement Awards, recognizing the individuals and organizations driving real impact across the industry.

Part of VRCA’s annual Awards of Excellence program, these awards go beyond projects. They celebrate the leaders, innovators, and changemakers shaping the future of construction through their ideas, influence, and commitment to moving the industry forward.

“The strength of our industry comes from the people behind it,” said Jeannine Martin, president of VRCA. “The Outstanding Achievement Awards are an opportunity to recognize the leaders, innovators, and changemakers who are making a real difference, not just within their organizations, but across the broader construction community.”

From advancing workforce development and fostering inclusive workplaces to driving innovation, sustainability, and industry leadership, nominees represent those setting new standards and pushing the industry ahead.

This year’s award categories include:

Construction Workplace Health and Safety Innovation
Education Leadership
Inclusive Leadership in Construction
Innovation & Productivity
Leadership in Accessibility
Life Membership
Lifetime Achievement
Outstanding Woman in Construction
Safety Award
YCL Excellence in Construction
Zero Emissions Building Leadership

Nominations are open until June 30, 2026.

VRCA has received 114 submissions for this year’s Awards of Excellence, which will be  held October 16, 2026 at JW Marriott Parq Vancouver.