Established in 2012, the CAC Award of Distinction program recognizes excellence in Canada’s coal industry. Through the award, the CAC shines a spotlight on deserving individuals who have demonstrated exceptional accomplishments in the coal industry in Canada.
Eligibility
To be eligible for the Award of Distinction, the recipient should make a positive contribution to Canada’s coal industry either past or present. The coal industry includes the full coal transportation chain (terminal, port, railway), industrial coal consumers (power utilities and cement manufacturing), and a myriad of suppliers of goods and services that support the industry.
Consider someone who has demonstrated leadership, innovation, commitment to safety, productivity, or excellence in human resources or management.
Nominations
and Deadline
Nominating someone for the 2027 CAC Award of Distinction is easy. You don’t need to be a member of the Coal Association of Canada to nominate someone for the award or to receive the award. To submit a nomination, click below and fill out the nomination form.
Deadline for nominations is May 7, 2027.
