The Building Supply Industry Associations Annual Orion Awards recognize the best retailers in the building supply industry. All member stores are evaluated by an independent mystery shopper. These mystery shopper evaluations form the basis for ranking the stores. Each year the top 20 stores in 5 different categories are recognized.
The Orion Award is a prestigious award that is proudly displayed by current and past recipients as a means of indicating their commitment at being the best in their industry.
The recognized companies that have reached this level should be congratulated for their commitment to excellence. They have worked hard at being what their customer wants. Their staff have worked hard at making their store a friendly environment, a pleasant place to shop, a store where customers feel valued when they leave the store. They should celebrate their accomplishments.
The Building Supply Industry Association of BC presents the Industry Merit Award to an individual who exemplifies high standards, and has contributed to the industry during his or her careers.
2018 – Stu Thomson
2016 – Brian Higgins
2014 – Ken Peterson
2013 – Jamey Paterson
2012 – Carole Hamanishi
2010 – George Tracy
2007 – Bill Wostradowski
2006 – Randy Stone
2002 – Shell Busey
1998 – Baj Puri
1992 – Dennis Anderson
1991 – Bruce McPhee
1989 – Barrie Sali
1988 – Tremayne Perry
1987 – William Sauder