Lifetime Achievement Award

Eligible recipients: Senior dental industry individuals nominated by their peers.

Recognizes: Decades of sustained and consistent contribution to the Canadian dental industry, recognized by the DIAC Board. Unlike the other award categories, there is no fixed recognition period for this career-spanning honour.

Nominations should demonstrate:
  • Duration and consistency of contribution: Sustained involvement in the Canadian dental industry, typically spanning decades.
  • Lasting industry impact: Demonstrable contributions that have had an enduring influence on the industry.
  • Peer recognition and standing: Strong professional reputation and recognition among industry peers.
  • Stewardship and integrity: Consistent leadership, professionalism and commitment to the sector throughout the nominee’s career.
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ELIGIBILITY SCREENING
1.Are you nominating yourself for this award?(Required.)
2.Is the nominee a current DIAC member in good standing, meaning that membership has been paid for 2026-2027?(Required.)
NOMINATOR INFORMATION
3.Your name(Required.)
4.Your organization(Required.)
5.Your email address(Required.)
6.Your phone number
NOMINEE INFORMATION
7.Nominee name(Required.)
8.Nominee's affiliated organization (past or present)(Required.)
NOMINATION DETAILS
9.Summary statement: Tell us why this nominee deserves recognition for a lifetime of contributions.(Required.)
10.Duration, breadth, and consistency: How has this nominee contributed to the Canadian dental industry over time, typically spanning decades?(Required.)
11.Lasting impact: What demonstrable, lasting impact has this nominee had on the industry?(Required.)
12.Standing among peers: How is this nominee regarded by peers in the industry?(Required.)
13.Stewardship and integrity: How has this nominee demonstrated stewardship and integrity in service to the sector, sustained over time?(Required.)
PEER REFERENCE (OPTIONAL)
14.Reference name
15.Reference email or phone
CERTIFICATION
16.I confirm this is not a self-nomination, and that the information provided above is accurate to the best of my knowledge.(Required.)