The National Awards of Landscape Excellence recognize Canadian companies that have actively raised professionalism in the landscape industry. Each province nominates members from the provincial Awards of Excellence competition that are then entered into the national awards. They may enter up to three entries per category for a total of fifteen entries per association for the following excellence awards: landscape design, landscape construction (commercial and residential), and landscape maintenance (commercial and residential).

The Green for Life Awards recognize the significant contributions made to the ornamental horticulture sector by an individual, corporation, or community. Submissions include projects within a community, region or municipality that have a specific benefit to the public through the development and/or maintenance of green spaces.

The CNLA President’s Award is given to members or staff who, in the opinion of the current Executive Committee of the CNLA Board of Directors, have demonstrated, beyond question, a sustained personal commitment that has contributed beneficially to the enhancement of the industry at a national or international level.

The top three projects in the five categories will be invited to attend as the CNLA's Circle of Excellence. The Circle of Excellence represents industry professionals who have showcased remarkable skills in their respective award categories. This new format, introduced last summer, led to numerous memorable moments and heartfelt acceptance speeches as each category’s award winner was announced live. We’re excited to bring this back again in 2024.

Caterpillar Award of Excellence for Residential Landscape Construction

• Fossil Landscape Construction, “49th Parallel” in BC

• Landscape Plus Ltd., “Special Space” in ON

• Niagara Outdoor Landscaping, “Distillery District” in ON

Caterpillar Award of Excellence for Commercial Landscape Construction

• Rietzel Landscaping Ltd., “Lewisville Skatepark” in NB

• Seven M Construction Ltd., “Jasper Ave – New Vision” in AB

• Trim Landscaping, “Queen’s Marque” in NS

Award of Excellence for Landscape Design

• Derue Designs, “Lake Life” in ON

• Jennifer Hayman Design Group Inc, “Urban Spa” in ON

• Tract Consulting Inc., “Gorge Park” in NL

Award of Excellence for residential Landscape Maintenance

• Shades of Summer Landscaping & Maintenance, “Lippay” in ON

• Snider Turf & Landscape Care Ltd., “Modernly Formal” in ON

• Wentworth Landscapes, “Textural Charm” in ON

Award of Excellence for Commercial Landscape Maintenance

• Para Space Landscaping Inc., “Prodigy” in BC

•Para Space Landscaping Inc., “Residences at Lynn Valley II” in BC

• Strathmore Landscape Contractors Ltd., “1100 René-Levesque” in QC