BCNU Leadership Awards

WHO INSPIRES YOU? The Leadership Awards are now open – nominate a member today!

The Excellence in Leadership and Advocacy Award honours a member who has made a difference to the health and well-being of their community, and to their profession through leadership, activism or social justice efforts.

The NU Leader Award honours a student member, or member with under five years nursing experience, who has demonstrated outstanding achievements in BCNU-focused advocacy and activism, and who embodies Union values.

Each award includes $1,000 and a beautiful, customized crystal piece featuring original Indigenous artwork.

Eligibility

• Be a current and active BCNU member in good standing.
• Be a BCNU student member in good standing (for the NU Leader Award).
• Demonstrate BCNU values: collectivity, democracy, equality, excellence, integrity, social justice and solidarity.
• Actively participate in and demonstrate advocacy and leadership in BCNU initiatives, or social justice activities.
• Be recognized as a role model by colleagues and/or the nursing professional community. 

Please note: Nominees will be assessed based on prior calendar year activities (Jan. 1 – Dec. 31, 2024). Award cannot be given posthumously unless death occurs following recipient selection.

How to nominate a member

Log in to the BCNU Member Portal to access the nomination form(s). Nominators are required to upload two to five files with supporting materials/documentation demonstrating how their nominee meets the award criteria. Supporting material may include:

• Letter(s) of recommendation
• Certifications or special designations
• CV of nominee

Supporting material can originate from fellow BCNU members and from nursing students, instructors, colleagues or community partners.

SUBMIT A NOMINATION

Get ready to nominate and celebrate! Nominations are open until April 13, 2025.