NOMINATIONS FOR 2025 BC HOCKEY AWARDS ARE NOW OPEN
For Immediate Release
March 12, 2025
Saanichton, B.C. – BC Hockey is pleased to share that nominations are now being accepted for the 2025 BC Hockey Awards.
These annual awards honour exceptional BC Hockey members across B.C. and Yukon who have made significant contributions to the development and success of hockey in their local communities, with 10 awards presented in total.
“Celebrating the accomplishments of our members is an incredible source of pride to BC Hockey,” BC Hockey CEO Cameron Hope said. “These individuals become part of our legacy, and it is important that we share their accomplishments with both our membership and publicly.”
This year the awards will be presented virtually on BC Hockey’s social media channels. This new format will allow us to spotlight each award and allow us to celebrate this year’s recipients. Nominations close on April 15, 2025, and the awards will be presented throughout the month of June.
Below is the list of awards available for nomination. We encourage members to nominate deserving individuals who meet the below listed criteria.
DIAMOND STICK AWARD
This award honours an individual who has provided outstanding service to the game of hockey for more than 10 years. The meritorious service may be provided to national or international hockey programs, BC Hockey or its members.
CHAIR OF THE BOARD AWARD:
This award is presented to an individual team, league or an association that has brought honour to BC Hockey through an outstanding humanitarian endeavour.
INDIGENOUS IMPACT AND LEGACY AWARD
The award is presented to an individual, team, league or Association that has demonstrated a commitment to increase Indigenous inclusivity and participation in the sport of hockey.
MINOR HOCKEY ASSOCIATION OF THE YEAR - FRANK SPRING AWARD
Each year, a Minor Hockey Association (MHA) is recognized by BC Hockey in honour of Frank Spring, past president and life member of BC Hockey. Awarded annually to the MHA judged to have made an outstanding contribution to its community by providing a properly organized program where participants can learn the basic skills and the fundamentals of sound hockey.
OFFICIAL OF THE YEAR AWARD
This award is given to an official that exemplifies dedication and support for the BC Hockey Officiating Program, BC Hockey and Hockey Canada rules and regulations. They also contribute to hockey in ways other than the on-ice requirements and combines leadership and ability both on and off the ice. This person must also be carded in the current year.
COACH OF THE YEAR - ERNIE GARE AWARD
This is awarded to BC Hockey's top coach who shows leadership to players, demonstrates skill development and has a sound philosophy. Winning is a consideration, but is not the only consideration. This award is given in memory of the late Ernie Gare of Nelson, B.C. who demonstrated what BC Hockey feels are the ideal elements of a coach.
LIFE MEMBERS' VOLUNTEER - EXECUTIVE AWARD
This award is presented to an amateur hockey administrator who has made an outstanding contribution to the development and growth of amateur hockey. This award is presented on behalf of BC Hockey's Life Members.
SAFETY RECOGNITION AWARD
This annual award acknowledges outstanding service by a volunteer who has devoted their time to assist safety and risk management within BC Hockey.
DEVELOPMENT AWARD - MIKE LANDUCCI OFFICIATING
This award recognizes outstanding service by a volunteer who has devoted their time to assist officiating in BC Hockey.
DEVELOPMENT AWARD - COACHING
This award is for service to the National Coaches Certification Program (NCCP) in BC Hockey. The purpose of this award is to annually acknowledge outstanding service by a volunteer who has devoted his or her time to assist coaching within BC Hockey.
Nominations close on April 15, 2025.
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