Lifetime Achievement Award

This award honors individuals who have demonstrated exceptional dedication, professional success, and significant contributions in the fields of business continuity, disaster recovery, or emergency management. This award recognizes a remarkable career marked by the effective application of DRII Professional Practices and a commitment to advancing the mission of DRI Canada.

Eligibility and Requirements

To qualify for the Lifetime Achievement Award, nominees must:

• Submit a completed nomination form with a maximum 1,000-word essay detailing the nominee's career accomplishments.
• Hold active membership with DRI Canada and a minimum of CBCP or CFCP certification.
• Provide at least one reference (the nominator may serve as the reference).
• Not be a previous recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award. (Previous unsuccessful nominees may be renominated.)
• Not be simultaneously nominated for the Contributor Award in the same year.

Note: Nominations can be submitted by any individual.

Evaluation Criteria

Submissions will be assessed on:

1. Professional Success: A distinguished record of achievement in the nominee’s career.
2. Industry Contributions: Significant and lasting contributions to the fields of business continuity, disaster recovery, or emergency management.
3. Proficiency in DRII Professional Practices: Demonstrated expertise in applying the DRII common body of knowledge.
4. Advocacy for DRI Canada: Support for the mission and goals of DRI Canada.
5. Application Quality: Completeness, professionalism, and clarity, ensuring logical and relevant content.

Note: While each criterion is part of the evaluation, the Awards Committee looks for compelling submissions that capture the nominee’s strengths and qualifications.