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Cranbrook resident in on Premier’s public service achievement honours
Premier Christy Clark honoured the exceptional accomplishments of British Columbia’s public service employees and teams at the Premier’s Innovation and Excellence Awards ceremony, an annual event recognizing public service achievements, with a Cranbrook resident included in the honours.
“These awards are an opportunity to recognize and marvel at the ingenuity and passion of the B.C. public service,” said Premier Clark.
“Whether protecting our environment, making roads safer, or preserving our rich cultural heritage, the men and women behind B.C.’s public service make a real difference in people’s lives. I am honoured to acknowledge their achievements, and I thank them for all they do for B.C.”
Public-service employees were recognized for applying new, innovative ways of providing essential services in seven categories: Partnership, Legacy, Cross-Government Integration, Organizational Excellence, Leadership, Innovation and Emerging Leader.
This year’s seven award recipients were selected by a group of independent adjudicators.
The winner of the Emerging Leader category was selected by the award finalists via electronic voting during the awards ceremony, and that honour went to the Ministry of Environment/Inspector Aaron Canuel of the Conservation Officer Service Branch in Cranbrook.
According to a Premier’s Office press release, Inspector Canuel “leads a team of seasoned professionals in seeking operational improvements and achieving corporate goals with the help of partner ministries. Instrumental in the development and negotiation of several Memoranda of Understanding, enforcement protocols, joint-forces operations and regional compliance plans for the Kootenay area, Aaron is highly regarded by his team as a passionate leader who engages his staff and fosters strong relationships with diverse stakeholders.
“Innovation is an important value of the B.C. Public Service, and each of today’s recipients has combined their talent, innovation and enthusiasm to produce high-calibre results for British Columbians. As Finance Minister, I especially appreciate when this combination results in reduced costs,” Finance Minister Michael de Jong added. “I congratulate each of the finalists and recipients on their well-deserved accolades.”
Other award winners…
* A unique partnership between the Tahltan and the Province resulted in the Tahltan Socio-cultural Working Group, a group shaping the development of B.C.’s northwest by balancing the benefits of economic and social development with cultural preservation.
* During his 31-year career, John Deniseger’s work has resulted in unprecedented levels of collaboration between governments, academia, the private sector, First Nations and community groups to protect B.C.’s environment while developing the economy.
* The Red Chris Inter-Agency Team consolidated the process for reviewing mine projects in northwest B.C. to one streamlined process, significantly reducing the duplication of work and encouraging positive partnerships between groups and agencies.
* The Vancouver Coastal Integration and Outreach Team is removing barriers to services for B.C.’s most vulnerable citizens by integrating services and resource delivery, and coming directly into communities in need throughout B.C.
* Award-winning team leader Paula Cousins’ successful business case for reliable road-rehabilitation funding has resulted in savings while ensuring safe and reliable roads for British Columbians.
* Peter Bullock’s team introduced an innovative approach to road stabilization that will be used across B.C., resulting in projects being completed at less than half the original time and cost.
Videos of the Premier’s Awards finalists can be viewed online at: http://www.youtube.com/user/BCPublicService#p/p .
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