Provincial Awards

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Award Categories

Select from the dropdown menu below to learn about the award categories.

If you have any questions or require further information, please contact Connie Mah, Administrator, by email or phone 604-629-0965 ext. 258.

BCRPA offers awards in the following award categories:

(Select from the drop down menu to view the details.)

BCRPA Provincial Awards of Excellence

BC Recreation and Parks Association is pleased to recognize outstanding special events, programs, facilities, and parks which reflect ideas, innovation, and services that have made an impact in the recreation and parks sector.

Categories include:

  • Events and Festivals Excellence
  • Facility Excellence
    • for projects under $3 million in capital costs 
    • for projects over $3 million in capital costs
  • Parks Excellence
  • Program Excellence, sponsored by RC Strategies

Events and Festivals Excellence Award

The Events and Festivals Excellence Award recognizes innovative events that were successful in improving individual and community-level connectedness, social and physical well-being, and engagement. The event or festival could serve as a model for other local governments or organizations to enhance their community activities.

Eligibility Requirements:

  1. Nominator or Applicant must be a BCRPA member.
  2. The Nominee (the Festival / Event) must have been developed and administered by a currently enrolled Local Government, Affiliate, or Corporate Member.

Facility Excellence Award

The Facility Excellence Award recognizes outstanding facility design or redesign that reflects community culture. The facility spaces is innovative in addressing community needs, is accessible to all patrons, serves as a gaterhing hub, incorporates green design elements to reduce or eliminate negative impacts on the environment, and ultimately improves the well-being of the community.

Nominations for this award with capital costs less than and greater than $3,000,000 ($3M) are submitted and reviewed separately.

Eligibility Requirements:

  1. Nominator or Applicant must be a BCRPA member.
  2. Nominee (the Facility) must be owned and operated by a currently enrolled Local Government, Affiliate, or Corporate Member.
  3. Whether renovated, refit, or new, the facility must be open for a minimum of one year following the launch.
  4. The facility can either be outdoor or indoor, but must be a physical structure.

Parks Excellence Award

The Parks Excellence Award recognizes outstanding design and development of park spaces using natural elements or repurposing materials. The park space reflects innovative community culture, which is accessible to all patrons, and encourages individuals and communities to get out into nature. The park positively impacts the well-being of the community and the recreation and parks sector.

Eligibility Requirements:

  1. Nominator or Applicant must be a BCRPA member.
  2. Nominee (the Park) must be owned and operated by a currently enrolled Local Government, Affiliate, or Corporate Member.
  3. The park must have been in existence for a minimum of one year.

Program Excellence Award, sponsored by RC Strategies

The Program Excellence award recognizes innovative programs that were successful in improving individual and community-level social and physical well-being. The program could serve as a model for other local governments or organizations to enhance their services.

Eligibility Requirements:

  1. Nominator or Applicant must be a BCRPA member.
  2. Nominee (the Program) must have been developed and administered by a currently enrolled Local Government, Affiliate, or Corporate Member.

 

Community Leadership

BCRPA’s Community Leadership Award recognizes an outstanding leader or organization that through their unique strengths and styles, effectively act and lead others working to build a healthier more vibrant community. The nominee responds to community needs by developing a vision for change that reflects shared values in the community and champions the power of recreation and parks.

This is an annual award. The nominee is not required to be a BCRPA member; the nominator must be a BCRPA member or a BCRPA enrolled local government member.

Eligibility Requirements:

  1. Nominee is an individuals or group in recreation and parks leadership from local government or the community at large (volunteers, business, agencies).
  2. Nominator must be a BCRPA Member.

Selection Guidelines:

  • Provides innovative services or approaches to community challenges that elevate the value of recreation and parks services in their community.
  • Develops and maintains coalitions that have resulted in community health benefits with key partners in the community.
  • Develops sustainable partnerships that will allow for ongoing provision of innovative services.
  • Builds on the physical, social, environmental and economic assets of the community to develop health and well-being.
  • Demonstrated ability to support creativity and innovation among a team or group to overcome barriers. Open to ideas and changing the course as guided by others.
  • A big picture thinker who is forward thinking which is important to affect lasting social change

To submit your nomination:

Use the Community Leadership Nomination Reference Guide to collect the required information and to prepare your answers.

All nominations must be submitted online via the Online Nomination Form by 11:59 pm, Friday, February 24, 2023 (PST).

If you have any questions or require further information, please contact Connie Mah, Administrator, by email or phone 604-629-0965 ext. 258.

 

Award of Merit

BCRPA’s provincial Award of Merit provides recognition of an employee or elected official of a local government for their distinguished contributions and achievements in public recreation and parks. The award recipient has demonstrated acumen in strategic partnerships, forward and strategic thinking, and has designed a sustainable program or model to advance recreation and parks. Contributions and achievements of the nominee align with BCRPA’s purpose: to lead the enrichment of individuals and their communities through the power of recreation and parks.

This award is bestowed sparingly, due to the exceptional nature of the requirements.

The number of awards offered in any given year will be at the discretion of the Awards Committee, based on the strength of the nominations received. The Awards Committee further reserves the right not to make an award in any given year.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Nominee must be from a BCRPA enrolled local government but need not be a member (e.g. Mayor, Council, Planner, CAO, etc).
  • Nominator must be a BCRPA Member

 Selection Guidelines:

  • Sustained and meritorious effort over many years in the enhancement of local recreation and parks.
  • Significant contribution to a broad range of recreation and parks services in a Community, Region or Special Interest Area.
  • Promotion of recreation and parks among consumers of recreation services in the nominee’s service area.
  • Initiation of a service or a method which is being widely utilized by other recreation and parks agencies at the municipal, regional, and/or special interest area level.

To submit your nomination:

Use the Award of Merit Nomination Reference Guide to collect the required information and to prepare your answers.

All nominations must be submitted online via the Online Nomination Form by 11:59 pm, Friday, February 24, 2023 (PST).

If you have any questions or require further information, please contact Connie Mah, Administrator, by email or phone 604-629-0965 ext. 258.

 

BCRPA Honourary Life Member

Honourary Life Memberships are a special distinction conferred by BCRPA's Board of Directors upon Members who have made outstanding contributions to the recreation and parks sector.

Honourary Life membership is a meaningful recognition bestowed sparingly and only to those BCRPA Members who have made significant contributions to the BCRPA and/or the sector. The honour is awarded for the lifetime of the individual.

BCRPA’s Honourary Life Members receive:

  1. BCRPA Membership status for the lifetime of the individual
  2. An invitation to BCRPA’s Symposium

Honourary Life members are appointed on the basis of the following criteria:

  • For individual members only – whether they be practitioner, academic, volunteer or staff person
  • The nominated individual must have been a BCRPA Member but need not be a current member of BCRPA
  • Should be retired from all official posts
  • Longstanding, sustained and exceptional service and impact in the parks and recreation sector
  • Outstanding contribution that required substantial and commendable personal input

Applications are to be submitted online and are to consist of:

  • Evidence that the candidate has provided long-standing, sustained and exceptional service and impact
  • Confirmation that the candidate is retired from remunerated employment in the recreation sector
  • One letter of support from each of two nominators
  • Letter(s) of support from others who can attest to the candidate's merit for this award

Selection Procedures:

  1. Members of BCRPA may submit nominations for Honourary Life Membership in the online form, for consideration by the Board of Directors.
  2. All matters relating to a nomination are confidential with only the final decision of the Board of Directors in favour of the nomination being announced publicly.
  3. The Board will review and deliberate all nominations obtained against the Criteria.
  4. The Board of Directors will be asked to vote on a motion to award an Honourary Life Membership. It must be passed by a unanimous resolution of those present and voting.
  5. Newly-appointed Honourary Life Members will receive recognition and a certificate of their membership status at the Annual General Meeting of the BCRPA, or other function at the Annual Symposium.

To submit a nomination:

Use the Honorary Life Member Nomination Reference Guide to collect the required information and to prepare your answers.

All nominations must be submitted online via the Online Nomination Form by 11:59 pm, Friday, February 24, 2023 (PST).

If you have any questions or require further information, please contact Connie Mah, Administrator, by email or phone 604-629-0965 ext. 258.

 

CPRA Awards Program

CPRA Awards Program

Cpra WebThe CPRA Awards Program provides an opportunity to showcase the parks and recreation sector on a national scale.

This Program raises the awareness and profile of CPRA in the provinces and territories; while at the same time recognizes the connection between the local parks and recreation professionals / practitioners to the national work being undertaken by CPRA. The CPRA Awards Program celebrates those collective and collaborative efforts.

Categories include:

  • CPRA Award of Merit
  • CPRA President's Award of Distinction
  • CPRA Partnership Award
  • CPRA Emerging Leader Award

Nominators must be Members of CPRA. Nominees are not required to be members of CPRA P/T member organizations. For more information on the CPRA Awards Program, please contact info@cpra.ca.

 

2023 Award Recipients

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Parks Excellence Award
City of Surrey, Edgewood Park

Edgewood Park in South Surrey's Grandview Heights neighbourhood features an accessible playground and is bordered by a natural corridor planted with native tree species, understory shrubs, and groundcover. The park includes two tiers of whimsical play circuits that were created from an existing mound during the design process, a multi-sports court, table tennis tables, and an informal soccer grass field. A pollinator meadow was also added adjacent to the playground with educational signage.

Read the media release to learn more.
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Parks Excellence Award

City of New Westminster Sixth Street Play Area

The Sixth Street Play Area in New Westminster supports the health and wellbeing of the community through improved connectivity, an expanded play program, and opportunities for social interaction. It also contributes to environmental health and climate resilience by integrating shade and weather protection with native and adaptive trees, increasing the urban forest canopy cover.

Read the media release to learn more.
Community Wellness Nbeauregard 2021
Program Excellence Award sponsored by RC Strategies

City of Kamloops, Community Wellness Program

Rcs Logo ColourThe Community Wellness Program invites newcomers to Canada to experience weekly seasonal multi-sport and recreational opportunities, as well as community events exploring Canadian cultural, sport and recreation at minimal to no cost. Social inclusion, family integration, and quality physical activity experiences are key components of the Community Wellness Program.

Read the media release to learn more.
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Program Excellence Award sponsored by RC Strategies

Capital Regional District Regional Parks, Exploring Indigenous Persectives Program

Rcs Logo ColourCRD Regional Parks Exploring Indigenous Perspectives Program enables park visitors of all ages and abilities to gain a better understanding and respect for the cultural history of the region. Offered year-round, rain or shine, the program teaches participants time-honoured traditions through storytelling and activities about how the stewardship and sustainable practices of First Peoples can help reduce our impact on the environment.  

Read the media release to learn more.
Mcal Seniors Centre
Facility Excellence Award for projects over $3 million

City of Richmond, Minoru Centre for Active Living

The Minoru Centre for Active Living was designed with excellence, sustainability and well-being in mind. Its guiding principles emphasize a balance of financial, social and environmental sustainability while ensuring cultural and physical accessibility and creating connectedness among diverse users. The Centre’s physical space and inclusive and accessible programming are designed to encourage social connection, particularly among seniors.

Read the media release to learn more.
Jumpstart Basketball
Facility Excellence Award for projects under $3 million
Panorama Recreation, Jumpstart Multisport Court

The Jumpstart Multi Sport Court has removed barriers to being active by providing free, accessible, outdoor options for physical activity and sport to all ages and community members with a variety of abilities. It has enabled Panorama Recreation to expand inclusive and accessible programming including reservable family pickleball, multisport physical literacy camps and programs, and specific sensory-friendly play times.

Read the media release to learn more.
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Festivals and Events Excellence Award

City of Campbell River, CR Live Streets

CR Live Streets brings community, accessibility, and prosperity to Campbell River’s downtown core through a series of large events, including music, market vendors and art. Throughout July and August, the main road in downtown Campbell River is closed to encourage pedestrian traffic and offer events that are free and inclusive, bringing together thousands of people of all ages, stages, and abilities to enjoy cultural activities. 

Read the media release to learn more.

 

Past Award Recipients

Past Provincial Award Recipients

2022

Facility Excellence for projects over $1 million

Festivals and Events Excellence

Parks Excellence

Program Excellence Award sponsored by RC Strategies

Community Leadership Award

CPRA Award of Merit

  • ViaSport BC

Nominated for this award by BCRPA, ViaSport BC has collaborated with BCRPA over time and specifically these past years of pandemic leadership on behalf of community-based athletes of all ages who play in and on our local government spaces. ViaSport and BCRPA have developed a strong working partnership, delivered shared statements, hosted provincial-wide online meetings, and provided a comprehensive approach to communications. Together they created a unified approach to ensure a reliable and current source of information for British Columbians. This patience and planning helped ensure that both sports, and the recreation and parks sector were continuously updated in a time when provincial health regulations were changing very quickly for the sector.

2021

Parks Excellence

Facility Excellence for projects over $1 million

Program Excellence Award for populations over 15,000

Community Leadership Award

2021 DB Perks Young Professional Aquatics Award

  • Jessica Portsmouth, City of Cranbrook

Jessica Portsmouth, from the City of Cranbrook, was awarded the 2021 DB Perks Young Professional Aquatics Award during BCRPA's Ripple Effects aquatics workshop, November 24, 2021.

This award acknowledges the outstanding achievements of an emerging leader in the early stages of their aquatics career. 

Jessica has demonstrated exemplary leadership within aquatics and as a community member. Through her drive to spearhead new initiatives, act as a mentor, engage her community in aquatic opportunities and trainings, and dive into leadership roles whenever asked, Jessica is a highly deserving recipient of this year's DB Perks Young Professional Aquatics Award.

2020

Parks Excellence

Facility Excellence for projects over $1 million

Facility Excellence for projects under $1 million

Program Excellence Award for populations over 15,000

Program Excellence Award for populations under 15,000

Community Leadership Award

2019

Parks Excellence

  • City of Surrey, Forsyth Park

Facility Excellence

  • City of Trail, Trail Riverfront Centre

Program Excellence Award for populations over 15,000

  • City of Surrey, MYzone Drop-in Afterschool Program

Program Excellence Award for populations under 15,000

  • City of Kitimat, Mini Mud and Mud Games

Youth Aquatic Leadership Award

  • Annika Dixon-Reusz, City of Rossland

The BCRPA DB Perks Provincial Aquatics Youth Award acknowledges the outstanding achievements of an emerging leader in the early stages of their aquatics career. This new award offered for the first time this year, recognizes youth with the traits and skills required to hold a leadership position in aquatics, and who shows promise in continuing to make an impact on the sector.

2018

Parks Excellence Award

  • City of Trail, Columbia River Skywalk

The Columbia River Skywalk project specifically addressed issues related to Trail's walkability and connectivity as the West and East communities are separated by the mighty Columbia River. Prior to this project, the only other means to cross the river was via the main traffic bridge's walkway, which was noted as feeling unsafe by pedestrians. The connection to other urban trail systems, the installation of onramps, and the grade and width of the bridge have ensured 100% accessibility to users of all abilities.

Facility Excellence Award for projects over $1 million

  • City of Richmond, City Centre Community Centre

The City Centre Community Centre is a vibrant two-storey facility located within a mixed-use development. The LEED Gold community centre offers modern, multi-purpose spaces for a range of community recreation programs and services that are tailored to residents of all ages and abilities. The community centre also features an art studio, music rooms, social room, community living room and fitness centre.

 Facility Excellence Award for projects under $1 million

  • City of Taylor, Community Services Hub

The Community Services Hub was built with inclusivity in mind, with full wheelchair access, including wheelchair accessible doors, counter, conference table, and washroom implements. It also hosts the monthly meetings of the Taylor Access and Inclusion Committee, whose aim is to improve accessibility and inclusivity for the community. The Community Services Hub provides a clear point-of-contact to community groups and organizations that allows for the creation and building of important relationships as the community moves forward together.

Program Excellence Award for populations over 15,000

  • City of Richmond, Pollinator Pasture

Pollinator Pasture is the artistic creation of a large-scale landscape and community-engaged public art project by the City of Richmond in partnership with Border Free Bees, an ambitious, creative and successful long-term pollinator-focused public art initiative headed by Dr. Cameron Cartiere, Associate Professor at Emily Carr University of Art + Design (ECUAD). The 2.6 acre Pollinator Pasture, itself, is located at the Bridgeport Industrial Park and planted in the pattern of a bee's wings with native and naturalized seed beneficial to a broad range of pollinators. The Pollinator Pasture and supportive free programming raises awareness of the plight of wild pollinators, particularly bees, and empowers communities to actively engage in solutions for habitat loss. The initiative also transforms underutilized urban sites into aesthetically pleasing and scientifically viable pollinator pastures. The Pollinator Pasture exemplifies how harnessing the power of artistic practices can inspire community action, engagement and stewardship of pollinators in British Columbia.

Program Excellence Award for populations under 15,000

  • City of Kitimat, i-Can Program

The District of Kitimat, Leisure Services takes great pride in connecting the citizens of the community with opportunities to engage in a healthy, active lifestyle. The I-Can program was started when a gap in service was identified by a number of parents who have special needs children in the community. A unique partnership was formed between Kitimat Parents for Kids with Disabilities, Kitimat Community Development Centre and the Kitimat Leisure Services Department. The programs are designed to be inclusive with peers, while offering a unique, physically challenging level of participation that the child can achieve success in while still have fun (based on FLOW theory – finding the appropriate balance of challenge and skill in an activity to make the participant successful).

Award of Merit Recipients

  • Cathryn Volkering Carlile
  • Community Recreational Initiatives Society (CRIS)

CPRA National Award of Merit Recipient

  • Murray Kopp

Student Scholarships

  • Emily Beaudoin, University of Victoria
  • Korine Hawksby, Langara College, Bachelor Degree Program
  • Sandip Gill, Langara College, Diploma Program

2017

Facility Excellence for projects over $1 million

  • City of Surrey, Grandview Heights Aquatic Centre

Facility Excellence for projects under $1 million

  • City of West Kelowna, Memorial Park Amphitheater and Skateboard Park

Program Excellence

  • West Shore Parks and Recreation, Wild About Wellness

Parks Excellence for projects over $1 million

  • City of Richmond, Terra Nova Adventure Play Environment

Student Scholarship Recipients

  • Amy Cornish, Langara College, Diploma Program
  • Lauren King, University of Victoria
  • Britta Peterson, Vancouver Island University
  • Rachel Venner, Langara College, Bachelor Degree Program

2016

Facility Excellence

  • City of Castlegar, Millennium Park Natural Swimming Ponds

Parks and Open Spaces Excellence

  • City of New Westminster, Saint Mary's Park

PERC Award for Management Innovation and Ingenuity

  • City of Kelowna, Strong Neighbourhoods Program

Program Excellence for municipalities with populations of less than 15,000

  • Resort Municipality of Whistler, Whistler Presents

Program Excellence for municipalities with populations of over 15,000 

  • District of West Vancouver, Keeping Connected

President's Award

  • Dean Gibson

Honorary Life Membership Award

  • Brian Johnston

Student Scholarship Recipients

  • Erin Henneberry, University of Victoria
  • Alexandra Lukac, Simon Fraser University
  • Rebecca Stephen, Langar College/University

2015

Facility Excellence

  • City of Burnaby, Edmonds Community Centre and Fred Randall Pool

Parks and Open Spaces Excellence

  • Regional District of Central Okanagan, Gellatly Nut Farm Regional Park

PERC Award for Management Innovation and Ingenuity

  • District of West Vancouver, North Shore QSA Symposium and Network Events Program

Program Excellence

  • Active Communities Group, Active Communities Learn to Skate Program
  • City of Surrey, The Re-enactors: Surrey's True Stories, Heritage Program

Friend of the Sector

  • Doug Perks

President's Award

  • Louise Roberts

Student Scholarships

  • Hiroko Shinozaki, Langara College
  • Sarena Jonah, Langara College
  • Ashleigh Hawes, University of Victoria

2014

Facility Excellence

  • City of Langford, City Centre Park
  • Regional District of Central Kooteny, Crestion and District Community Complex

Parks and Open Spaces Excellence

  • City of New Westminster, Westminster Pier Park
  • City of Prince George, Duchess Park

PERC Award for Management Innovation and Ingenuity

  • District of West Vancouver, Parks and Community Services Division, District of West Vancouver

Program Excellence

  • City of New Westminster, Heart 2 Art Program
  • Corporation of the District of Saanich Parks and Recreation, Education Children Outside (ECO) Nature Preschool
  • Saanich Commonwealth Place, District of Saanich, Moving Forward

Friend of the Sector

  • BC Healthy Living Alliance (BCHLA)

CPRA Award of Merit

  • Chris Nelson

Student Scholarships

  • Blake Mansbridge, University of Victoria
  • Shelly Schnee, Langara College
  • Shannon Bence, Vancouver Island University

2013

Facility Excellence

  • City of Pitt Meadows, South Bonson Community Centre

Parks and Open Spaces Excellence

  • District of Peachland, Centennial Way-Beach Avenue Project

PERC Award for Management Innovation and Ingenuity

  • West Vancouver Community Centre Society & District of West Vancouver, Situational Analysis

Program Excellence

  • District of West Vancouver, Ambleside Adventure Playground Camp
  • DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society, Sports & Me Pilot Program

Friend of the Sector

  • Lifesaving Society - BC & Yukon

President's Award

  • Lori Gibbard

Student Scholarships

  • Nicole Barrett, University of Victoria
  • Tara Nazemi, Langara College
  • Jody Phibbls, University of Northern BC

2012

Facility Excellence

  • City of Coquitlam, Poirier Sport & Leisure Complex
  • City of Surrey, Cloverdale Recreation Centre

Parks and Open Spaces Excellence

  • Corporation of Delta, Rotary WaterWorks at Diefenbaker Park

PERC Award for Management Innovation and Ingenuity

  • City of Abbotsford, Safari Kids Zone

Program Excellence

  • City of Burnaby, Circus Program

Student Scholarships

  • Christine Creer, University of Victoria
  • Steven McGee, Simon Fraser University

2011

Award of Merit

  • Joe Iannarelli
  • Bob Pope

Environmental Leadership

  • Township of Langley, Urban Gardens

Facility Excellence

  • District of Maple Ridge, Greg Moore Youth Recreation Centre
  • City of Courtenay, Native Sons Hall

Healthy Choices

  • North Vancouver Recreation Commission, Play Well Eat Well - Healthy Eating Project

Parks and Open Spaces Excellence

  • District of Lake Country, Swalwell Park
  • Township of Langley, Willoughby Community Park

PERC Award for Management Innovation and Ingenuity

  • City of Kelowna, Everybody gets to play - Okanagan Network

Program Excellence

  • City of Kelowna, Recreation Opportunities Coupon Program
  • City of Port Moody, What Swims Beneath
  • City of Victoria, Evergreen Terrace Neighbourhood Playground Program

Student Scholarships

  • Claire Jean, University of Victoria
  • Geoff Langan, Langara College
  • Paul Sharp, University of British Columbia Okanagan
  • Dana Simpson, Kwantlen Polytechnic University

2010

Facility Excellence

  • District of West Vancouver, West Vancouver Community Centre
  • District of Kitimat, Sam Lindsay Aquatic Centre
  • City of Kelowna, H2O

Parks and Open Spaces Excellence

  • City of New Westminster, Step up to 12th Street
  • City of Richmond, Garden City Community Park Play Environment

PERC Award for Management Innovation and Ingenuity

  • District of Kitimat, Northern Health & District of Kitimat Protocol Agreement

Program Excellence

  • North Vancouver Recreation Commission, Health and Wellness Project for Newcomers
  • City of Surrey, MOYO - Mobile Youth Outreach

2009

Facility Excellence

  • City of Burnaby, Mountain Air Bike Skills Park
  • City of Nanaimo & Gemelia Design Inc., Oliver Woods Community Centre
  • City of Victoria, Burnside Gorge Community Centre

Environmental Leadership

  • City of Richmond, Terra Nova Rural Park Program

Parks and Open Spaces Excellence

  • City of Surrey, Holland Park

Program Excellence

  • Active Communities Vancouver, Red Fox Active Outreach
  • City of Richmond, Decreasing Barriers, Increasing Wellness

Active Communities Excellence

  • Teck - Trail Operations, Inspiring Wellness and Learning Committee

Student Scholarships

  • Charissa Steel, Kwanteln Polytechnic University
  • Suzanne Vander Wekken, University of Victoria

2008

Active Communities Excellence

  • District of Kitimat, Kick It Up Kitimat
  • Canim Lake Band, Canim Lake Band Active Communities
  • District of Sparwood, Sparwood Active Communities

Facility Excellence

  • City of Surrey, South Surrey Recreation Centre
  • City of Campbell River, Campbell River Community Centre

Environmental Leadership

  • City of Abbotsford, Excellence in the Environment

HIGH FIVE Excellence

  • City of Surrey, HIGH FIVE Committment

PERC Award for Management Innovation and Ingenuity

  • Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation, The Stanley Park Storm: From Crisis to Opportunity

Program Excellence

  • North Vancouver Recreation Commission and West Vancouver Community SErvices, North Shore Walks
  • City of Surrey, Greenbrook Kids Clubhouse
  • City of Abbotsford, Diwali Sehat Mela

Student Scholarships

  • Emma Peake, Langara College
  • Leah Warwick, Langara College
  • Graeme Hall, Kwantlen University College
  • Laurel Liesel Beveridge, University of Victoria
  • Jody Lindsay Chan, University of British Columbia
  • Stephanie Walsh, College of the Rockies

2007

Facility Excellence

  • City of North Vancouver, John Braithwaite Community Centre

Environmental Leadership

  • City of Surrey, Surrey's Environmental Extravaganza

Program Excellence

  • District of Kitimat/Kitimat Health Unit, Women's Wellness Community Project
  • City of Surrey/Surrey Art Gallery, Urban Reality
  • City of Victoria, Passport to Skating

Parks and Open Spaces Excellence

  • City of Quesnel, West Fraser Timber Park

PERC Award for Management Innovation and Ingenuity

  • Greater Victoria Inter-Municipal Recreation Managers' Committee

2006

Facility Excellence

  • City of Burnaby, Metro Skate Park

Environmental Leadership

  • Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation and LEES + Associates, Everett Crowley Park Management Plan

Program Excellence

  • City of Surrey, REMIXX
  • Township of Esquimalt, Esquimalt Together Against Graffitti

President's Award

  • James (Jim) Marvel

2005

Award of Merit

  • District of Oak Bay, Recreation Oak Bay

Facility Excellence

  • Regional District of Nanaimo, Oceanside Place

Program Excellence

  • The Corporation of the City of Penticton, Pentiction Steps Out