ECO IMPACT 2025 Awards
Top Employer Award
The Top Employer Award recognizes organizations in the environmental sector in Canada that exemplify outstanding commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainability through their employment practices.
Award Criteria
Organizations that employ at least one certified member, and organizations who have obtained the EP® Employer designation are eligible to be nominated for an ECO Impact Award by the public or one of their employees/clients, provided they meet the following criteria:
- The certified member(s) under their employment are in good standing / their EP® Employer designation is in good standing, meaning they are up to date on payment and annual / term requirements.
- Have not been nominated in the Community Impact Award category.
- The organization has made a positive contribution to the sector over the last 2 years. Examples of positive contributions include a positive environmental impact or initiative led by the organization.
- The organization can demonstrate alignment with the EP® Employer and ECO Canada values.
Note: Employees of nominated companies are not eligible to vote.
All nominated organizations will be asked to submit a summary of how their organization meets criteria #3 and #4 above in addition to a 3-5 minute video in support of their nomination.
Deadline for Submissions: December 7, 2024
EPt Student Paper Award
We invited university students to submit their papers/projects that presented innovative solutions to real-world challenges facing the environment in Canada and beyond. ECO IMPACT 2025 is focused on accelerating the environmental workforce through technology and innovation, and we are excited to showcase fresh ideas from the next generation of environmental leaders.
Award Criteria
The ECO IMPACT 2025 Environmental Professional-in-Training (EPt) Student Paper Award recognizes the pioneering efforts of EPt Students in the realm of environmental research.
Rules surrounding nominations:
- Lead groundbreaking research and innovative projects.
- Craft unique solutions addressing environmental challenges.
- Offer insights into areas like sustainable urban development, the circular economy, and biodiversity conservation.
- Exhibit creative problem-solving in environmental sustainability.
While the award celebrates one standout submission, ECO Canada acknowledges the contributions of all EPt Students. We will contact those who nominated themselves to request their full papers. The selected recipient will be granted a free ticket (valued at $650) to ECO IMPACT 2025, and their achievements will be highlighted on ECO Canada’s digital platforms. If you do not wish for your paper to be published, please let us know when you submit it.
Dates to remember:
- Paper submission deadline: January 13, 2025
- Decision date: January 23, 2025
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All submissions must include the following:
- Eligibility: Open to EPt Students in good standing with ECO Canada.
- Originality: The paper must be the applicant’s original work and the references must follow the APA style.
- Content: Papers can span a range of topics but should resonate with ECO IMPACT 2025 themes:
- Artificial Intelligence/Environmental Workforce
- Auditing/Education
- Policy/Governance
- Paper Specifications: Maximum of 2000 words, APA reference style, and footnote references.
- Abstract Requirements: A concise 250-word description highlighting the paper’s relevance to the conference’s theme and streams.
- Language: Submissions are welcome in both official languages, English and French.
Community Impact Award
This People’s Choice Award recognizes individuals, groups, and communities that demonstrate dedication to Canada’s environmental growth and positively impact the environmental workforce.
Award Criteria
This award category is open to individuals, teams or organizations to shine a spotlight on community-minded projects with an environmental impact that they have been working on over the last 18 months, or have been completed.
Rules surrounding nominations:
- Must not be nominated in the Top Employer category.
- The project must have been completed within the last 18 months, or in progress towards completion.
- ECO Impact sponsors or event speakers are not eligible/must not be associated with any nomination.
- Employees of nominated organizations/groups are not allowed to vote.
Deadline for Submissions: December 7, 2024
All nominations must include the following:
- Submission/Project Name
- A project summary (750 words max) that includes the following:
- Bio of the person(s)/organization/group submitting the nomination
- Details of how the nomination aligns with ECO Canada’s values of being a steward for the Canadian environmental workforce across all industries and to promote and drive responsible, sustainable economic growth while also ensuring that environmental care and best practice is a priority
- Details on the nomination’s environmental community impact (feel-good projects that have an environmental benefit)
- Date of project (timeline and/or date of completion)
- A 3-5-minute video detailing the community impact and/or environmental contribution
- Bio of the person(s)/organization/group submitting the nomination
Sustainability Trailblazers Award
The Sustainability Trailblazers Award celebrates expertise and leadership in reducing greenhouse gas emissions in Canada. Open to individuals, organizations and communities, the new award will recognize innovative, unique or groundbreaking efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions or enable others to do so.
Award Criteria
This award celebrates expertise and leadership in the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions in Canada.
- Nominees can be Canadian individuals, organizations or communities helping to move Canada closer to Net Zero emissions.
- The nominee is not required to hold an EP designation.
- The nominee’s contribution to Net Zero must have occurred within the last two years.
- Nominees’ contributions will be judged on innovativeness and impact.
Deadline for Submissions: December 7, 2024
Those submitting nominations are asked to complete the provided nomination form and have two references complete the nomination support form.
The Sustainability Trailblazers Award at ECO IMPACT recognizes exceptional individuals or organizations that have significantly empowered sectors and communities across Canada to adopt low-carbon technologies and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. This prestigious award celebrates those who drive innovative solutions and inspire transformative environmental practices, paving the way for a sustainable future.
Stay tuned—applications are just around the corner. Be ready to make your mark!
Yukon Sustainability Awards
The Yukon Sustainability Awards recognize exemplary performance in sustainability. The awards are divided into three categories, tailored to organization size and ownership structure.
Yukon Small Business Sustainability Award
Organizations with up to 10 full-time employees across the entire company at any point during the award year, including owners and partners. Businesses must operate in Yukon (Whitehorse or any other part of the Yukon Territory). For businesses outside of Yukon, only operations and performance in Yukon will be considered or the award.
Yukon Medium to Large Business Sustainability Award
Organizations with more than 10 employees across the entire company at any point during the award year, including owners and partners. To be eligible, businesses must operate within the Yukon Territory, including Whitehorse and all other Yukon communities. For business operations outside of Yukon, only their activities and performance within the Yukon will be considered for the award.
Yukon Regional Business Sustainability Award
Organizations of any size that are headquartered in Yukon and have a business unit outside of Whitehorse and its standard commuting
Companies will be assessed based on their performance and achievements in Yukon related to:
- Environmental Protection
- Sustainability Practices
- Climate Change
- Local Economic Development
- Commitment to Indigenous Participation
- Commitment to Yukon Clean Future’s Strategy
NOMINATION GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
Thank you for your interest in submitting a Yukon Sustainability Award. The Yukon Sustainability Awards recognize businesses that generate long-term value for the territory by creating a green strategy and considering how they operate in the social, cultural, and economic development.
All nominations must include the following:
- Complete application form
- Completion of all questions for the relevant award (see forms below)
Scan, e-mail, or mail your complete nomination application to ECO Canada by December 31, 2024.
Environmental Professional (EP®) Award
This award honours esteemed Environmental Professionals (EP®) who have made significant impacts through their work, research, advocacy, or policy development.
Award Criteria
Submitted via Member Spotlight. All certified members are eligible to be nominated for an ECO Impact Award by the public/a peer or are eligible to nominate themselves, provided they meet the following criteria:
- Hold at least one EP® designation in good standing (up to date on payment and annual/term renewal requirements)
- Have not been nominated in another category (if an employer is nominated as Top Employer or ECO Community Award, that is acceptable)
- The member has submitted the appropriate member spotlight form detailing their career experience and contributions and value placed on their designation. Applicants are encouraged to detail their overall contribution to the sector and can include examples of exemplifying passion, knowledge and leadership through a single project, or multiple projects.
Deadline for Submissions: November 15, 2024
Environmental Professional in-training (EPt)
This award recognizes Environmental Professionals in Training (EPt) who have shown exceptional dedication and promise in the environmental sector.
Award Criteria
Submitted via Member Spotlight. All certified members are eligible to be nominated for an ECO Impact Award by the public/a peer or are eligible to nominate themselves, provided they meet the following criteria:
- Hold at least one EP® designation in good standing (up to date on payment and annual/term renewal requirements)
- Have not been nominated in another category (if an employer is nominated as Top Employer or ECO Community Award, that is acceptable)
- The member has submitted the appropriate member spotlight form detailing their career experience and contributions and the value placed on their designation. Applicants are encouraged to detail their overall contribution to the sector and can include examples of exemplifying passion, knowledge, and leadership through a single project or multiple projects.
Deadline for Submissions: November 15, 2024
Environmental Professional (EP®) Auditor Award
This award celebrates the outstanding contributions and achievements of Environmental Professionals in the field of auditing.
Award Criteria
Submitted via Member Spotlight. All certified members are eligible to be nominated for an ECO Impact Award by the public/a peer or are eligible to nominate themselves, provided they meet the following criteria:
- Hold at least one EP® designation in good standing (up to date on payment and annual/term renewal requirements)
- Have not been nominated in another category (if an employer is nominated as Top Employer or ECO Community Award, that is acceptable)
- The member has submitted the appropriate member spotlight form detailing their career experience and contributions and value placed on their designation. Applicants are encouraged to detail their overall contribution to the sector and can include examples of exemplifying passion, knowledge and leadership through a single project, or multiple projects.
Deadline for Submissions: November 15, 2024
Our Past Award Winners
Click below to see our past award winners from ECO IMPACT 2024 and be inspired by their remarkable achievements.
