The CDA Corporate Award recognizes organizations whose contributions to the dam industry merit recognition. Up to two awards are offered annually. The award may be based on various criteria, including but not limited to:
Advancing the state of practice;
Innovation and leadership
International cooperation; and
Other contributions that benefit the dam industry at large.
Meet the 2024 recipients:
ConeTec Group
The ConeTec Group is a leading geotechnical and geoenvironmental site investigation contractor, as is well known in the industry for helping collect critical data used to assess the integrity of dams and support sustainable development. With a strong Canadian presence and operations worldwide, ConeTec prioritizes safety and innovation on every site characterization project, and have been industry leaders in helping introduce and develop Cone Penetrometer Testing in the Canadian market.
Together with Mud Bay Drilling and Geotech Drilling, the ConeTec Group has been a proud supporter and sponsor of the Canadian Dam Association for over a decade.
Tetra Tech Tetra Tech is a leading, global provider of consulting and engineering services, supporting global commercial and government clients focused on water, environment, sustainable infrastructure, renewable energy, and international development. With more than 28,000 employees worldwide, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems.
With over five decades of experience, Tetra Tech has built a reputation as an expert in dam engineering. We bring in-depth expertise in structural, foundation, seismic, geotechnical, and hydrotechnical aspects of dam projects. Our team is dedicated to developing client-focused, long-term solutions that require minimal maintenance. We offer comprehensive services, including design, construction, upgrades, inspections, safety reviews, and Owner’s Engineer services, across a wide range of dam types, including mining dams. Our practical, fit-for-purpose designs meet client and project needs while ensuring cost-effective, constructible solutions that span embankments, spillways, canals, and more.
Through its predecessor organizations, Tetra Tech and its engineers have been proud supporters and key contributors to the Canadian Dam Industry since the mid-1980s, and the CDA since its inception, and look forward to continued collaboration with dam industry leaders for years to come.
The previous recipients are:
2011 - Ontario Power Generation (for Innovation and Leadership)
2017 - Klohn Crippen Berger
2011 - Hydro Quebec (for International Co-operation)
2018 - Hydro Quebec
2011 - BC Hydro (for Advancing State of Practice)
2019 - Alberta Environment and Parks
2012 - Saskatchewan Watershed Authority
2020 - Manitoba Hydro
2012 - Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources
2020 - Teck Resources Ltd.
2013 - Hatch
2021 - Suncor Energy Inc.
2013 - Meco
2022 - WSP Golder
2014 - Worthington Products
2023 - BC Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship
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