Canadian Geotechnical Society - National Capital Region (CGS-NCR) Michel Timmons Award
Description
The CGS-NCR Michel Timmons Award is a Distinguished Service Award to recognize a CGS-NCR member for his/her longstanding exemplary service to the CGS-NCR and/or outstanding contributions to the national Capital region geotechnical community. The CGS-NCR Distinguished Service Award is named after late Michel Timmons in honour to his long-time dedication and contribution to the CGS-NCR. CGS-NCR can give more than one award each year. The award may not be issued in certain years if the Awards Selection Committee deems that there is no suitable candidate. The award is usually presented at the CGS-NCR annual banquet
MICHEL TIMMONS (1965-2016)
Selection/nomination criteria
The nominee needs (i) to be a member of the Canadian Geotechnical Society - National Capital Region and (ii) has done significant volunteer work for CGS-NCR for at least 10 years or (iii) has provided outstanding service to the national capital region geotechnical community. The recipient is chosen by the CGS-NCR Award Selection Committee from nominations submitted by members for potential recipients whom they feel deserve such recognition. Current CGS-NCR Executive Members are also eligible for the award. A nominee cannot be a member of the CGS-NCR Awards Selection Committee.
Prize
Award winner will receive a framed award certificate, a CGS-NCR gift and 1-year free CGS-NCR membership. Recognition of this award will be disseminated through CGS-NCR e-communication platforms and other news sources.
