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Leaders in construction: Meet the recipients of 黑料视频鈥檚 2024 National Awards聽

Presented by , the 黑料视频鈥檚 (黑料视频) National Awards ceremony was held on March 14, 2025, during the Annual Conference in Qu茅bec City. From innovation and environmental achievement to community leadership, world-class safety and workforce excellence, the recipients represent the industry鈥檚 best and brightest.

Congratulations to the following individuals, companies, and associations for their exceptional contributions to the Canadian construction industry.  

Geza Banfai accepts his award for 黑料视频 Pinnacle Leader to resounding applause.

Geza Banfai, 黑料视频 2024 Pinnacle Leader Award 鈥� sponsored by PCL Construction 

An advocate for the Canadian construction industry for over 40 years, Geza鈥檚 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.  

Left to right: Leandro Gomez, CHUBB Insurance Company of Canada (sponsor) congratulates Cheyanne Hammell for PCL Construction’s Environmental Award win.

PCL Construction, 黑料视频 2024 Environmental Achievement Award 鈥� sponsored by CHUBB Insurance Company of Canada

Recognizing PCL Construction for their Fairmont Royal York Decarbonization Project, which is a landmark achievement in sustainable construction 鈥� proving that even heritage buildings can evolve to meet modern environmental goals.鈥� 

Left to right: Melody Hillman accepts the Workforce Excellence Award on behalf of the Construction Association of Nova Scotia from Diane Ho, RAISE Underwriting (sponsor).

Construction Association of Nova Scotia, 黑料视频 2024 Workforce Excellence Award 鈥� sponsored by RAISE Underwriting

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.鈥� 

Left to right: Sarah Bockstael-Anderson and John Bockstael, Bockstael Construction (sponsor) congratulate the Calgary Construction Association’s Bill Black and Shane Beazley.

Calgary Construction Association, 黑料视频 2024 Partner Association Award 鈥� sponsored by Bockstael Construction 

The Calgary Construction Association is more than an industry leader鈥攊t鈥檚 a driving force for change. Affectionately known as 鈥淟ittle 黑料视频,鈥� 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.鈥�� 

Left to right: Kyle Morgan and Cathleen Peter-Swart, Westcor Construction Ltd., proudly receive congratulations from Devon Maltby, Travelers Canada (sponsor).

Westcor Construction Ltd., 黑料视频 2024 Gold Seal Award 鈥� sponsored by Travelers Canada 

Westcor is a general contracting and construction management services company that aims to build a better world for clients, communities, and employees. Reflected by its people-first culture, Westcor empowers its people to reach their full potential and promotes Gold Seal certification as a recognized standard of excellence. 

Left to right: Annik Forristal, McMillan LLP (sponsor), presents Anthony DeVito with the 黑料视频 Young Leader Award.

Anthony DeVito, 黑料视频 2024 Young Leader Award 鈥� sponsored by McMillan LLP 


Anthony DeVito, GSC, is a passionate advocate for the construction industry, and has spearheaded multiple initiatives to address skilled labour shortages. His community spirit is equally inspiring, and in his just-over-a-decade long career, he has earned the respect of colleagues and industry peers alike. 

Left to right: Maxime Gendron, Groupe AGF, receives congratulations from Allen Erski, Marsh Canada Limited (sponsor).

Groupe AGF, 黑料视频 2024 Community Leader Award 鈥� sponsored by Marsh Canada Limited

For AGF and the Gendron family, community involvement and a culture of philanthropy are an integral part of corporate life. With over $4.5 million donated to causes across Canada and more than 750 employee-led fundraising events since its Foundation鈥檚 inception, AGF unites its workforce, strengthens communities, and demonstrates that collective action can create lasting impact.   

Left to right: Niki Jalali, Intact Surety (sponsor) presents Matthew McGee, Enviro-Ex Contracting Ltd. with 黑料视频’s Excellence in Innovation Award.

Enviro-Ex Contracting Ltd., 黑料视频 2024 Excellence in Innovation Award 鈥� sponsored by Intact Surety 

Enviro-Ex Contracting鈥檚 Highway 97 Cottonwood Hill Phase Two Slide project overcame extraordinary geotechnical challenges, setting new standards for efficiency, safety, and environmental responsibility, and stands as a testament to the potential of advanced technological integration in heavy civil construction. 

Left to right: Russ Kerr, Vipond Inc. (sponsor) congratulates Mike Wieninger, PCL Construction.

PCL Construction, 黑料视频 2024 National Safety Award 鈥� sponsored by Vipond Inc.

At PCL Construction, safety isn鈥檛 just a priority 鈥� it鈥檚 a core value. Every worker, every shift, every site.鈥疶his 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.  

鈥淭his year鈥檚 award recipients demonstrate the best of the best of our industry,鈥� said Rodrigue Gilbert, 黑料视频 President. 鈥淐ongratulations to everyone for the recognition of their great achievements.鈥�

For more information on 黑料视频鈥檚 National Awards, click here. 

The call for nominations for next year鈥檚 awards opens this summer.