During the 2025 Annual Conference in Québec City, the Canadian Construction Association (CCA) announced the recipients of the 2024 CCA National Awards.
The CCA National Awards celebrate the change makers, leaders, and champions from across the country for their exceptional contributions to the Canadian construction industry.
“This year’s award recipients demonstrate the best of the best of our industry. Congratulations to everyone for the recognition of their great achievements,” said Rodrigue Gilbert, president of CCA.
PCL Construction was a double winner, taking home awards in the environmental and safety categories for their efforts.
“All of the CCA Awards represent excellence in our industry, but the National Safety Award truly reflects our company’s core value of ensuring that our workers return home safe at the end of each day,” said Mike Wieninger, COO of Canadian operations. “Safety continues to be our top priority and by preparing and planning everyday with precision, purpose and determination we are able to achieve success.”
The CCA National Awards recipients are:
Geza Banfai, CCA 2024 Pinnacle Leader Award
An advocate for the Canadian construction industry for over 40 years, Geza’s commitment to legal reform, mentorship, and the advancement of industry best practices, promotes collaboration and efficiency in project execution, and helps the industry navigate challenges in an evolving legal landscape..
PCL Construction, CCA 2024 Environmental Achievement Award
Recognizing PCL Construction for their Fairmont Royal York Decarbonization Project which is a landmark achievement in sustainable construction — proving that even heritage buildings can evolve to meet modern environmental goals.
Calgary Construction Association, CCA 2024 Partner Association Award
The Calgary Construction Association is more than an industry leader—it’s a driving force for change. Affectionately known as “Little CCA,” the association is reshaping the industry by prioritizing services and focus areas that members need, such as dedicated public and media relations, advocacy and workforce strategies, as well as new membership engagement events and activities.
PCL Construction, CCA 2024 National Safety Award
At PCL Construction, safety isn’t just a priority — it’s a core value. Every worker, every shift, every site. This unwavering commitment has led to zero fatalities in the past three years and an extraordinary 16.7 million hours worked without a lost-time incident.
Construction Association of Nova Scotia, CCA 2024 Workforce Excellence Award
Through a deep commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility, the Construction Association of Nova Scotia (CANS) is shaping a workforce that truly represents the communities it serves.
Westcor Construction Ltd., CCA 2024 Gold Seal Award
Anthony DeVito, CCA 2024 Young Leader Award
Groupe AGF, CCA 2024 Community Leader Award
Enviro-Ex Contracting Ltd., CCA 2024 Excellence in Innovation Award
