2025 CEO Awards of Excellence – Call for nominations

Dear colleagues,

As we begin a new year, reflect on our accomplishments of 2024 and continue our journey of excellence together, I am delighted to announce the launch of the 2025 edition of the CEO Awards of Excellence! 

These awards shine a spotlight on the extraordinary achievements of Parks Canada team members and those of our partners. From coast to coast to coast, your dedication, innovation, and passion exemplify what makes Parks Canada truly remarkable. Each day, your efforts help us grow stronger as an organization and inspire others to make a difference. 

Now, it’s time to celebrate! Let’s take this opportunity to recognize the outstanding individual and collective contributions of our colleagues, within all functions. I encourage you to nominate those who have gone above and beyond in one of the following categories: 

• Protect
• Present
• Commemorate
• Leadership
• Innovation
• Inclusive, diverse, and healthy organization
• Spirit of collaboration
• Outstanding career
• Unsung Hero

To guide you through the nomination process, please follow these steps:

1. Carefully review the CEO Awards of Excellence guidelines.
2. Consult the Writing Effective Nominations
3. Complete the nomination form in electronic format through Google Forms.
4. When ready, submit the nomination to the National Recognition Teamvia Google Forms, by Friday, March 14, 2025.

The recipients will be announced during our annual CEO Awards of Excellence Ceremony in June. I look forward to reading this year’s inspiring nominations and joining you in celebrating our exceptional achievements!

For more details, please visit the CEO Awards of Excellence ParksNet page or contact the National Recognition Team with any questions.

Thank you,

Ron Hallman

President & Chief Executive Officer

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