​Remote/Indigenous Solar Project
Remote/Indigenous solar projects serve as natural showcases for solar energy, benefiting both the local populace and the wider environment.  This award will recognize the commitment and excellence by remote community and Indigenous groups that choose to make a difference with solar.

Nominees include: 

• ​Amp
• Batchewana First Nation
• JAZZ Solar Solutions in partnership with Lac Des Mille Lacs First Nation
• KB Racking
• Solar Now
• Vancouver Renewable Energy Co-op

Solar Service Excellence
Recognizes service excellence in the delivery of support services to the solar sector from any of the engineering, construction, legal, accounting, banking and financial service industries, with an emphasis on the biggest or most creative financing deals, ethical practice and/or health and safety excellence.

Nominees include:

• ​Apricity Renewables Inc.
• HES PV Limited
  
• KB Racking
• KB Racking
• Polaron Solartech Corp.
• Zon Engineering Inc.

Solar PV Project of the Year
Awarded to the Institutional, Commercial or Industrial (ICI) or community solar PV project that, either through high visibility, meaningful stakeholder engagement or innovative features, has helped the solar PV industry become mainstream.

Nominees include:

• Amp
• ATCO
• ATCO
• City of Leduc 
• Elemental Energy
• IKEA Canada
• Oxford Properties Group
• Solera Sustainable Energies Company Limited

Solar Developer of the Year
Recognizes excellence in the responsible development of projects through such practices as meaningful stakeholder engagement, strong project management, predicted output and project returns.

Nominees include:

• City of Toronto
• David Sala of EDF EN Canada Inc.
• Elemental Energy
• Grasshopper Solar
• Sycamore Energy Inc

Smart Energy Innovation
Solar energy is playing an increasingly pivotal role in comprehensive approaches to energy management.  This award will recognize successful and innovative efforts to integrate solar into a holistic energy management environment.

Nominees include:

• Panasonic Eco Solutions Canada Inc.
• Sentinel Solar
• Toronto Hydro 

The Game Changer Award Jurors are active members of the Canadian renewable energy industry, who offer valuable insight and perspective in selecting the Game Changer Award winners. 

The CanSIA Board Nominations and Awards Committee are actively involved guiding with the Game Changer Awards and the selection process. 

The application process for the Game Changer Awards is now closed. Thank you all who participated. Winners will be announced on December 5! 

Every year, CanSIA and members of the industry get together to look back on the year's achievements and toast the innovators and inspiring leaders at CanSIA's annual Game Changer Awards. This year, we will be hosting a Game Changer Awards Brunch on December 5, in conjunction with Solar Canada. 

It's time to recognize your and your organization's important work. But first and foremost, it's time to apply for a Game Changer Award! 

Here are the top three reasons to apply for CanSIA's Game Changer Awards: 

Increase awareness 
The solar industry is filled with unsung heroes that are committed to building a greener and economically sustainable future for Canadians. Let your work shine - raise your organization's profile with the new title 'Game Changer Award Winner'. Game Changer Award winners are not only announced at Solar Canada, but also recognized and celebrated throughout the year in CanSIA's digital and print communications. 

Motivate others 
You're proud of what your organization has accomplished and you want to celebrate it with the rest of the industry. Moreover, your colleagues will appreciate being recognized for their hard work and ingenuity. The experience of winning together will be something your team won't soon forget! 

It has never been easier 
No need to wait for a nomination to roll your way, simply fill out an application yourself. Check out the Game Changer Award categories to find one that is a good fit for you and your organization. 

This year, we are introducing a new award: Solar Industry's Choice Award. The recipient will be honoured for leading by example, demonstrating long-term thinking for the industry and a win/win attitude. And for the first time ever, CanSIA Members will have the chance to vote on the winner! Answer two questions and you'll be done applying for this award.