NOMINATION FORM: Online Nomination Form Award Archives/Images The Ontario Recreation Facilities Association continues to grow with the same determination as that of the small group of six men who established the roots of this association in 1947 when the Ontario Arenas Association first began.From these founding fathers, through to our current organization, a great number of our members have volunteered their time and expertise to help enhance competencies and shape policies and procedures for the betterment of the recreation facility industry…a fact that does not go unrecognized. Annually, the ORFA recognizes a number of individuals for their commitment, inspiration and support to the recreation facility industry. The Awards and Recognition categories are:
Nomination ProcessAny ORFA member may nominate a deserving candidate by completing the Online Nomination Form. Nominations are open year round. However, must be received by no-later than October 1st for consideration and approval to be presented at the ORFA annual general meeting generally held the beginning of December each year. The ORFA Awards and Recognition Committee review and make recommendations for award recipients to the ORFA Board of Directors. Award winners are notified of their selection and invited to be a guest at the Awards and Recognition luncheon, held in conjunction with ORFA's annual general meeting. Award recipients will be recognized with a permanent plaque or framed certificate, depending on the award. Life MembershipA Life Membership is awarded to a fully retired member who has made a significant contribution to the recreation profession through their dedication to the ORFA in various roles and responsibilities. This award requires ORFA Board of Directors' to nominate. C.C. Dahmer Award of ExcellenceThe C.C. Dahmer Award of Excellence is the highest honour that can be awarded to an ORFA member. The award is presented to an individual who has demonstrated a minimum of 10 years service to the ORFA, has chaired at least two committees and has served on the Board of Directors. Ronald G. Burnside Memorial AwardThe Ronald G. Burnside Memorial Award is presented to an individual in recognition of his/her outstanding contribution to the ORFA in the area of professional development. Don Harrison Energy Champion AwardThe Don Harrison Energy Champion Award is presented to an individual in recognition of a project resulting in significant energy consumption reduction, improved energy management education and/or research, or a record achievement of service in recreation facility energy management. Doug Moore Ambassador AwardThe Doug Moore Ambassador Award is presented to an individual in recognition of his/her outstanding promotion to others of the benefits of membership in the ORFA. Tony Brenner Mentor AwardThe Tony Brenner Mentor Award is presented to an individual who embraces the vision of the ORFA, and through professional conduct and service, openly shares and mentors others in the recreation facility industry. Accessibility and Inclusion AwardThis award is presented to a recreation facility, or recreation-related business/organization who have significantly included accessibility and/or inclusion elements into the design, build, or retrofit of indoor/outdoor recreation facility infrastructure and/or the provision of related service(s). The award submission must be made by a current ORFA member in good standing and the submission will be considered against the following criteria:
Recreation Facility Asset Management Award of ExcellenceSponsored by Marmak This award is presented to a recreation facility professional or recreation business/organization, who has displayed an advanced comprehension and application of Recreation Facility Asset Management (RFAM). The award recipient will have demonstrated skills in asset management including infrastructure inventory controls, preventative and operational maintenance tracking, lifecycle planning, sustainability, and safety compliance and program development. The award recipient is an ORFA member, currently utilizes RFAM in their operations, and provides leadership in:
The award recipient will receive a $1,000.00 credit voucher for use towards a RFAM subscription. Certificate of MeritThe Certificate of Merit is awarded to a member who has contributed a significant amount of volunteer time and effort to the development and advancement of the ORFA through education, training, and/or research projects. Certificate of Merit (Corporate)The Certificate of Merit (Corporate) is awarded to a corporate member in recognition of outstanding contribution to the advancement of the ORFA through education, training, and/or research projects. Doug Poulin Certificate of AchievementThe Doug Poulin Certificate of Achievement is awarded to an individual who has achieved the highest grade in the Basic Arena Refrigeration course throughout the current year. Doug Moore Scholarship Trust Fund
The Doug Moore Scholarship Trust Fund is provided in memory of the late Doug Moore in conjunction with Jet Ice Limited and International Icemakers Society. Application Form
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