Each year, GFOABC recognizes outstanding achievements and contributions in local government finance through its Excellence in Local Government Finance Awards. The awards celebrate individuals, teams, and initiatives whose work strengthens the profession and supports local governments across BC.
Overview
GFOABC presents awards in five categories. We invite local government finance professionals across BC to nominate individuals, teams, and initiatives whose work deserves recognition.
Award Categories
Review the five award categories and consider an individual, team, or initiative whose work deserves recognition.
GFOA of US and Canada Award Programs
The Nomination Process
To nominate an individual, team, or initiative, submit a written nomination that includes:
- Select the award category that best fits the nomination.
- Explain why you are nominating the individual, team, or initiative and how their work has advanced local government finance.
- Include two letters of support.
Decisions regarding nominations will be communicated to nominators by April 2027. No more than one award will be granted in each category. Award recipients will be recognized at the 2027 Annual Conference in Richmond, BC.
Nominations for the 2026/27 awards are now open.
Submit your written nomination and two letters of support by Monday, November 30, 2026.
Send your nomination to Nyla Attiana, Past-President .
Questions about the awards program can be directed to Nyla Attiana, Past-President .