BCHA
Awards of Excellence

Raise a glass to excellence at the awards gala on april 23rd

Nominations are now closed. finalists will be announced shortly.

The BCHA Awards of Excellence celebrates the exceptional individuals who set the standard for excellence in British Columbia's hospitality industry. These oustanding leaders drive innovation, inspire their teams, and elevate the guest experience through their dedication and passion. Finalists will be celebrated at the prestigious BCHA Awards of Excellence Gala, held on the final evening of the BCHA Summit, at the Westin Bayshore on April 23rd.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:

Applicable to all categories in addition to category-specific eligibility noted in the sections below.
  • Nominees can be self-nominated or nominated by other organizations/individuals.
  • Nominees must have been operating/working in the hospitality industry in British Columbia in 2024/2025.
  • Nominations are open to all members of the accommodation sector. 
  • Properties must be current members of BCHA.
  • BCHA board members may be nominated but not self-nominated. 

Award Categories

Explore the various categories honouring excellence in hospitality. Nominate individuals and teams who embody the highest standards in our industry.

Accommodation of the Year

This award honours a property that showcases outstanding achievements, leadership, and innovation, while setting a high standard of excellence in BC's accommodation sector.
Finalists
  • The Parkside Hotel & Spa, Victoria
  • Sun Peaks Grand Hotel & Conference Centre
  • Four Seasons Resort and Residences Whistler
Presented by:

Housekeeping Excellence

This award recognizes a housekeeping team delivering exceptional service and upholding high standards of cleanliness, commitment, and guest satisfaction.
Finalists
  • Paradox Hotel Vancouver
  • The Cove Lakeside Resort
  • Crystal Lodge, Whistler
Presented by:

Hotelier of the Year

This individual category recognizes the significant accomplishments and examples of professionalism, leadership, and excellence by hoteliers in BC.
Finalists
  • Kimberly Hughes, Delta Hotels Victoria Ocean Point
  • Jocelyn Bennett, Delta Hotels by Marriott Kamloops
  • Chelan Goonetilleke, Four Seasons Resort and Residences Whistler
Presented by:

Leader of the Future

This award celebrates an emerging leader who has developed an innovative project, initiative, or experience that pushes boundaries and drives progress in hospitality.
Finalists
  • Amandeep Kaur, Sandman Hotel Group
  • Eddie Salehi, Delta Hotels by Marriott Kamloops
Presented by:

Culinary Excellence

This award recognizes a culinary star who demonstrates a true commitment to culinary excellence and delivering the highest quality team and guest experience.
Finalists
  • Renee Lauzon, The Courtney Room, Magnolia Hotel
  • Mitch Shafer, Delta Hotels by Marriott Kamloops
  • Lukas Exelby, Treetop Tapas & Grill at Tigh-Na-Mara Resort
Presented by:

Sustainability Champion

This award honors an individual or property that exemplifies leadership in sustainability, reducing their carbon footprint, and advancing eco-friendly practices in hospitality.
Finalists
  • Best Western Plus Kelowna Hotel & Suites
  • Sandman Hotel Group
  • Blackrock Oceanfront Resort
Presented by:

Community Contribution Award

This award celebrates an exceptional individual who has made a significant impact. Through charitable work or social contributions, they have positively influenced the BC accommodation industry or their local community on behalf of their organization.
Finalists
  • Lisa Jaager, Summerland Waterfront Resort & Spa
  • John Kearns, Sheraton Vancouver Guildford Hotel
  • Ozzy Goksel, Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre Hotel
Presented by:

Accommodation of the Year

This award recognizes the achievements and innovation of a property that is leading BC’s accommodation sector.
Sponsored By:

Housekeeping Excellence

This property-centric award recognizes a housekeeping team that demonstrates exceptional service and upholds the highest standard of cleanliness and commitment to team and guest satisfaction.
Sponsored By:

Hotelier of the Year

This individual category recognizes the significant accomplishments and examples of professionalism, leadership, and excellence by hoteliers in BC.
Sponsored By:

Leader of the Future

This award recognizes an individual that has embraced the opportunity to think outside the box and develop an innovative project, initiative, service experience or campaign that pushes the limits of how the tourism and hospitality sectors have traditionally operated.

Culinary Excellence

This award recognizes a culinary star who demonstrates a true commitment to culinary excellence and delivering the highest quality team and guest experience.

Sustainability Champion Award

This award acknowledges an individual or property in the accommodation sector that has shown exceptional dedication to sustainability, reducing their carbon footprint, and promoting eco-friendly practices.

Community Contribution Award

This award celebrates an exceptional individual who has made a significant impact. Through charitable work or social contributions, they have positively influenced the BC accommodation industry or their local community on behalf of their organization.

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SUSTAINABILITY CHAMPION

Nominee information | For group awards, please indicate the person best suited to accept the award.
NOMINATOR INFORMATION
NOMINEE INFORMATION

All nominations must be endorsed and supported by the nominee. Please confirm that the nominee is aware and supportive of this nomination.*
CATEGORY-SPECIFIC ELIGIBILITY
  • Open to any accommodation property in British Columbia.

Please address each of the following criteria in your nomination submission, limiting your response to a maximum of 200 words per question. Bullet point responses are acceptable.

SUPPORTING MATERIALS

    CULINARY EXCELLENCE

    Nominee information | For group awards, please indicate the person best suited to accept the award.
    NOMINATOR INFORMATION
    NOMINEE INFORMATION

    All nominations must be endorsed and supported by the nominee. Please confirm that the nominee is aware and supportive of this nomination.*
    CATEGORY-SPECIFIC ELIGIBILITY
    • Must be from an accommodation-operated food and beverage company in British Columbia.

    Please address each of the following criteria in your nomination submission, limiting your response to a maximum of 200 words per question. Bullet point responses are acceptable.

    SUPPORTING MATERIALS

      LEADER OF THE FUTURE

      Nominee information | For group awards, please indicate the person best suited to accept the award.
      NOMINATOR INFORMATION
      NOMINEE INFORMATION

      All nominations must be endorsed and supported by the nominee. Please confirm that the nominee is aware and supportive of this nomination.*
      CATEGORY-SPECIFIC ELIGIBILITY
      • Age 35 and under.

      Please address each of the following criteria in your nomination submission, limiting your response to a maximum of 200 words per question. Bullet point responses are acceptable.

      SUPPORTING MATERIALS

        HOTELIER OF THE YEAR

        Nominee information | For group awards, please indicate the person best suited to accept the award.
        NOMINATOR INFORMATION
        NOMINEE INFORMATION

        All nominations must be endorsed and supported by the nominee. Please confirm that the nominee is aware and supportive of this nomination.*
        CATEGORY-SPECIFIC ELIGIBILITY
        • Must be a General Manager, Vice President, Regional Vice President or President/Executive Director of a BC-based hotel or hotel group.

        Please address each of the following criteria in your nomination submission, limiting your response to a maximum of 200 words per question. Bullet point responses are acceptable.

        SUPPORTING MATERIALS

          HOUSEKEEPING EXCELLENCE

          Nominee information | For group awards, please indicate the person best suited to accept the award.
          NOMINATOR INFORMATION
          NOMINEE INFORMATION
          I confirm that:*

          Please address each of the following criteria in your nomination submission, limiting your response to a maximum of 200 words per question. Bullet point responses are acceptable.

          SUPPORTING MATERIALS

            ACCOMMODATION OF THE YEAR

            Please address each of the following criteria in your nomination submission, limiting your response to a maximum of 200 words per question. Bullet point responses are acceptable.
            NOMINATOR INFORMATION
            NOMINEE INFORMATION
            All nominations must be endorsed and supported by the nominee. Please confirm that the nominee is aware and supportive of this nomination.*

            Please address each of the following criteria in your nomination submission, limiting your response to a maximum of 200 words per question. Bullet point responses are acceptable.

            SUPPORTING MATERIALS

              Community Contribution award

              NOMINATOR INFORMATION
              NOMINEE INFORMATION
              All nominations must be endorsed and supported by the nominee. Please confirm that the nominee is aware and supportive of this nomination.*

              Please address each of the following criteria in your nomination submission, limiting your response to a maximum of 200 words per question. Bullet point responses are acceptable.

              COMMUNITY IMPACT
              INDUSTRY SUPPORT
              SUPPORTING MATERIALS