2026 Ecostar Awards
An annual event that celebrates environmental and social leadership and innovation across Vancouver Island
Date
Tuesday, Novemeber 10th, 2026
Location
Inn at Laurel Point
Ecostar Legacy
Since 2015, the Ecostar Awards has brought together over 1,400 community members and celebrated more than 360 businesses and organizations, becoming a key Island event that fosters connections, showcases leadership, and encourages idea-sharing among businesses, academia, government, community groups, non-profits, and Indigenous communities.
Get Involved
Why Apply for an Ecostar Award
Organizations and individuals must be based on, or have a physical office located on, Vancouver Island or the Southern Gulf Islands to be eligible.
Celebrate Your Impact
Highlight the sustainability initiatives and achievements that set your organization apart and gain visibility within Vancouver Island’s climate‑action community.
Build Valuable Connections
Expand your network by engaging with businesses and organizations across sectors and regions that are advancing sustainability in diverse ways.
Inspire Positive Change
Contribute to a culture of learning and collaboration by sharing your work and helping strengthen responsible practices across the region.
Ready to showcase your impact?
Application Process
11 years of celebrating our community – don’t miss your chance to get involved.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I apply if I have won in the past?
Yes! If you have previously won, be sure to clearly state the progress of existing initiatives or new initiatives introduced since winning your last Ecostar Award. What makes this year’s application different?
Can I apply for more than one award?
Yes, you can apply for up to two awards. Please submit a separate application for each category and clearly explain why your organization is applying for that specific award.
What time commitment does the application require?
Give yourself enough time to complete your submission. Most businesses take approximately 1 to 1.5 hours to complete their application.
Who reviews the applications?
Applications are reviewed by an external panel of judges who score submissions on a scale of 1–10 based on the following criteria: clarity, award alignment, impact, degree of innovation, and justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Do you have any application tips?
Yes! If your sustainability initiatives include specific dates, partners, stakeholders, results, or measurable outcomes, be sure to include them in your responses. These details will help strengthen your application.
Do you have any application tips?
Yes! If your sustainability initiatives include specific dates, partners, stakeholders, results, or measurable outcomes, be sure to include them in your responses. These details will help strengthen your application.