CANS 2026 Rising Star Award

Awarded: October 23, 2026 | Submission Deadline: August 14, 2026

This award recognizes an emerging professional in the construction industry who is contributing to a strong, innovative, and resilient sector. This award celebrates individuals who demonstrate initiative, leadership potential, and a commitment to making construction a better place to work—through their actions, attitudes, and impact on others.

This award honours not only professional success, but the positive influence a nominee has on others. We welcome nominations that highlight practical, hands‑on leadership and authentic stories.

Eligibility Criteria

The nominee must be considered an early career or emerging professional (generally under 40 years of age)
The nominee must currently be employed by a CANS member company in good standing
The nominee must reside in or conduct work in Nova Scotia
Nominees may be involved in any sector of the construction industry
Self-nominations and third-party nominations are welcome

Submission Requirements
All nominations must include a written submission, no more than 1,200 words total, that clearly addresses the following five criteria. Supporting materials are welcome and encouraged.

Community Contribution and Leadership (maximum 30 points)
Measurable Impact and Outcomes (maximum 25 points)
Community Need, Responsiveness and Collaboration (maximum 25 points)
Long-Term Impact or Legacy (maximum 20 points)
Required Letters of Support (maximum 20 points)

How to Submit

Please review the full nomination package before you begin. You can access it here. Please note the survey must be completed in one sitting.
Submit your nomination by August 14, 2026, at 4 p.m. A.T.
This nomination will be completed in a form format, with each criterion addressed in its own response field. You may distribute your total word count of up to 1,200 words across the sections as you see fit.
Individual deadline extensions will not be granted. Late or incomplete submissions will not be considered.