EllisDon Recognized with Three VRCA Awards of Excellence

EllisDon was recognized for both project excellence and industry leadership at the 2026 Vancouver Regional Construction Association (VRCA) Awards of Excellence, earning three honours spanning healthcare construction and individual leadership.

• The Jim Pattison Acute Care Tower at Royal Columbian Hospital earned Gold in the General Contractor – Over $300M category
• The University of British Columbia (UBC) Urgent Primary Care Centre earned Gold in the General Contractor – Tenant Improvement – Up to $10M category
• Keeli Husband, Director, Business Development, received the YCL Excellence in Construction Award, recognizing emerging leaders in B.C.’s construction industry

The awards were presented at the 37th Annual VRCA Awards of Excellence Gala and recognize projects that demonstrate exceptional execution, collaboration, innovation, and expertise. This year's program drew 114 nominations across 19 project categories, representing more than $4.9 billion in construction value.

"Healthcare projects demand an extraordinary level of coordination, adaptability, and trust among everyone involved," said Craig Enns, Senior Vice President and Area Manager, EllisDon. " This success was achieved through some of the toughest times our industry has seen: A pandemic, supply chain disruption, and escalation like none of us have seen in our lifetime. In spite of all this, the team succeeded and delivered a truly world class facility."

The Jim Pattison Acute Care Tower is one of the most significant healthcare infrastructure projects delivered in British Columbia. It expands healthcare capacity in the region and provides modern spaces designed to support patients, families, and frontline healthcare workers. The Gold Award recognizes the collaboration, innovation, and expertiserequired to deliver a project of this scale and complexity.

The UBC Urgent Primary Care Centre was recognized for improving access to healthcare for students, faculty, staff, and the surrounding community. The facility brings urgent and primary care services together in a purpose-built environment that enhances the patient experience and supports high-quality care.

Beyond the project awards, Keeli’s recognition celebrates the significant impact she’s made on British Columbia's construction industry through her leadership, commitment, and contributions to the profession.

"Keeli brings a rare combination of strategic thinking and genuine care for the people she works with," said Daniel Murphy, Vice President, Preconstruction & Pursuits, EllisDon. "She builds trusted relationships with clients and partners, and she leads with a collaborative spirit that elevates our entire team. This recognition is well deserved, and we're proud to see her contributions celebrated across the industry."

Together, these recognitions highlight the strength of EllisDon's teams across British Columbia. From delivering transformative healthcare infrastructure to developing the next generation of industry leaders, the awards celebrate the people, partnerships, and expertise that create lasting value for clients and communities.

Congratulations to everyone who contributed to these award-winning achievements.