ISA Ontario Awards of Distinction
Awards play a significant role in the way the ISA Ontario recognizes individuals and organizations that are making significant contributions to the Arboriculture Industry here in Ontario.
Awards acknowledge and validate the hard work, creativity, and achievements of individuals or organizations, boosting morale and motivation.
They can inspire others to strive for excellence, fostering a culture of achievement and innovation.
Winning an award can enhance credibility and reputation, making it easier to gain trust from peers, clients, and the public.
Receiving an ISA Ontario Award of Distinction can significantly impact personal and professional growth, encouraging continued excellence.
Who will you nominate?
The Awards Committee will recommend award recipients based on the contents of the nominations. Any ISA Ontario member, in good standing, may submit a nomination for an award. Each award has unique criteria for nominations. Read over the criteria carefully and be sure to thoroughly describe and document the candidate’s qualifications as they relate to the criteria. The Awards committee’s decisions will be based upon whether the person nominated meets the award criteria as outlined in the nomination. The ISAO Board of Directors makes the final decision on awards.
You can submit your nomination using the online form below. Nominations are due by December 15.
Submit your nomination using the online form below and see the award criteria here:
- Maple Leaf Award: Awarded to individuals who have provided exceptional energy, leadership and commitment to promoting and improving arboriculture and urban forestry for more than 10 years. Read the full criteria
- Special Achievement Award: Awarded to individual members who provide valuable & ongoing service to ISAO. Read the full criteria
- Outstanding Volunteer Award: Awarded to individuals who are members of the Ontario Chapter and who provide a significant and ongoing contribution of their personal time to assist the Chapter in carrying out its day-to-day operations. Read the full criteria here.
- Honourary Associate (Membership) Award: Awarded to individuals who are not current members of ISAO and who through their own personal efforts, promote and advance the ideas of arboriculture and urban forestry within Ontario. Read the full criteria here.
- Honourary LIFE Associate (Membership) Award: Awarded to individuals in recognition of their years of hard work and dedication to promote and advance the ideas of arboriculture and urban forestry within Ontario. Read the full criteria here.
- Supporting Associates Award: Awarded to companies who are members of ISAO and have provided ongoing support (financial, equipment, HR) allowing the Chapter to carry out its day-to-day operations and special events. Read the full criteria here.
- Arboriculture Award of Merit: Awarded to municipalities, public institutions and non-profit organizations that have shown innovation, leadership and commitment to arboriculture and urban forestry within Ontario. Read the full criteria here.
- Past President Award: Awarded to the outgoing President in recognition of their service and leadership.
- WAO Award of Recognition: Awarded to an individual who supports and encourages women in arboriculture.
- OTCC Paul Kobold Volunteer Award: Awarded to an OTCC volunteer who has shown exceptional and dedicated service.
- Harry J. Banker Gold Leaf Award: Recognizes individuals, organizations or municipalities at a local or regional level, for outstanding Arbor Day activities or for outstanding landscape beautification activities, as submitted by an ISA Chapter. Read the full criteria here.
If you prefer to submit your nomination by email, download the pdf nomination form here (otherwise, please use the online form above)
ISA Ontario Award Winners
