The Community Excellence Awards recognize local governments and UBCM member First Nations projects or programs that have gone above and beyond in meeting the purposes of local government in BC. The awards are intended to showcase outstanding initiatives and share them with other members to implement in their own communities.
The awards are open to all UBCM member local governments and First Nations. There are four categories awarded, plus the Presidents' Committee Choice. This award recognizes an outstanding, unique and/or special project chosen from all the submissions received.
The Community Excellence Awards Ceremony takes place during the annual UBCM Convention.
Excellence Awards Library
The results of the annual Community Excellence Awards are available below.
Download a table of winnners from 2018 to present.
EXCELLENCE IN GOVERNANCE: City of Prince George – Cityfest 2026
EXCELLENCE IN SERVICE DELIVERY: City of Burnaby – Development Approvals Process Program
Honourable Mention in Service Delivery: City of Kamloops – Riverside Park Outdoor Skating Facility
EXCELLENCE IN SUSTAINABILITY: City of Penticton – Urban Forestry Master Plan