Volunteer Recognition

Canadian Home Builders'Association-Lethbridge Region held its annual Bridge Builder Banquet on October 19, 2011 at the Coast Hotel.  This night recognized the contributions of volunteers and value of membership.  It is also a time for members to come together to network, share ideas, and build relationships. 

At this year's event, three volunteers were honored for their contributions to the Association.  The Rookie of the Year volunteer award was presented to Jeremy Gook of Anako Construction.  This award, given to someone in their first year of committee and association participation, was presented based on Jeremy's participation in the Safety Committee, Technical Standards Committee, and Government Relations Committee.  Also mentioned was Jeremy's hours volunteered to help build a playhouse at the CHBA-LR Home and Garden show, presented in partnership with Exhibition Park.  The playhouse was raffled off at the end of the Home and Garden show. 

The Volunteer of the Year award is presented to a volunteer who has served for more than a year and has made a large impact on the Association.  It was presented to Scott Werenka of Greer Homes for his willingness to chair committees, volunteer for task forces, and research issues.  He also recently volunteered to represent the local Association on CHBA-Alberta's technical standards committee.

The Frame and Foundation Volunteer is one that provides assistance to the Board President throughout the year.  This year, Board President Gerrit Bezooyen selected Angela Cornforth of Overhead Door Company of Lethbridge.  Angela was recognized for the extra volunteer hours put in as the Association went through the transition of a new Executive Officer. 

CHBA-LR would like to congratulate these volunteers on their awards, and to thank the 101 volunteers who contribute their time and skills to Make the Industry Better.