The second Land Awards Gala was held on Thursday, November 3, 2011 at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver.

The Land Awards recognize initiatives which demonstrate leadership, innovation, and collaboration related to the sustainable use and conservation of land in British Columbia. The awards celebrate and honour the non-profit organizations, private companies, and government bodies behind the initiatives...and they highlight the dynamic, forward-thinking people who make it all happen—leaders in creating sustainable communities and making BC a great place to live.

Videos of all the finalist projects, as well as the first winner of the BC Water Sustainability Endowment Fund Grant, are now available on our new YouTube channel.

Gala photos are available through Linda Mackie Photography's online album. The password is refbcgala-110311.

Awards

Nine finalist projects initiated by non-profit, private, and public sector organizations were profiled at the gala, and the winner in each category will be announced from the podium.

This year's Land Champion, Mark Angelo, also attended to receive his award.

Keynote

In addition to the Land Awards presentations, the gala evening featured a keynote address by William McDonough, internationally renowned architect, environmentalist, and co-author of Cradle to Cradle. For a brief biography of Mr. McDonough [click here].

BC Water Sustainability Endowment Fund

Gala proceeds support the BC Water Sustainability Endowment Fund. Please visit the fund webpage for more information, and to make a donation.

Afterparty

In addition to an evening of celebration and inspiration with the awards presentations and keynote, this year's event featured an afterparty at the Hotel Vancouver's Rooftop Lounge with James Intveld and his band.

Please contact Leta Smith, Meeting & Event Manager, with your questions.

leta@refbc.com  |  604.688.6800 ext 101  |  toll free 1.866.912.6800 ext 101