19th EDITION

The Élixir Awards

 

For the past 19 years, PMI- Montréal has been highlighting Québec's project managers by celebrating their success.

The Élixir Awards reward the best in project management in Québec. This expertise spans all fields and industries. 

A true showcase of excellence and innovation, it recognizes outstanding practices and the individuals who exemplify the project management profession.


Project of the Year

The Project of the Year Award highlights, distinguishes, and celebrates outstanding performance and excellence in project management practices, regardless of the team’s field of expertise.

The subcategories are designed to ensure fairness and consistency in the evaluation process by taking into account the specific context of each project. They promote broader accessibility to participation for all organizations and ensure coherence in comparisons.

 

Thank you for your participation.
The finalists will be announced during the week of October 13. Stay tuned!

 


PMO of the Year

The PMO of the Year Award recognizes project management offices (PMOs), regardless of their structure or positioning within the organization, as long as they oversee project portfolios, programs, and/or projects.

Eligible PMOs must demonstrate how they have enhanced the organization’s project, program, or portfolio management maturity, or contributed to its strategic alignment.

 

Thank you for your participation.
The finalists will be announced during the week of October 13. Stay tuned!

 


NEW CATEGORY!

Social Impact Project of the Year

In 2025, a new category is introduced: the Social Impact Project of the Year Award.

This award recognizes a meaningful initiative that has made a significant impact within its community through the application of project management expertise and the ability to translate complex social issues into solutions integrated within the broader societal ecosystem.

The project must demonstrate a strong commitment to leveraging project management to drive notable change, address critical social challenges, and place social impact at the core of its business model.

 
Thank you for your participation.
The finalists will be announced during the week of October 13. Stay tuned!

Nextgen Professionnal of the Year

This category recognizes project managers with three to eight years of experience in the field. These professionals stand out for their dedication, impact, and leadership potential, and are regarded by their peers as the next generation of leaders. With this award, PMI-Montréal highlights the talent of emerging project managers and proudly supports their professional journey.

 
Thank you for your participation.
The finalists will be announced during the week of October 13. Stay tuned!

Discover the 2024 recipients

Through the Élixir Awards, PMI-Montréal promotes excellence in project management and celebrates both individual and collective achievements across Québec.

EMERGING PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR

Carole Foka, Hydro-Quebec

Accompanied by Nicolae Panaitescu, President of the Jury for this category

PMO OF THE YEAR

Nacima Bouzerar, Solotech

Accompanied by Nicolae Panaitescu, President of the Jury for this category

PROJECT OF THE YEAR

DECASULT - New Head Office for the National Bank of Canada

Part of the project team


VOLUNTEERS OF THE YEAR 2023

The “ Volunteers of the Year ” category recognizes PMI-Montreal members whose exceptional commitment, dedication and contributions have had a significant impact on the community and the chapter's activities.

COPILOT OF THE YEAR

Christian Zarka

Accompanied by Catherine Laramée, Executive Director of PMI-Montreal

INVESTED AMBASSADOR OF THE YEAR

Nicolae Panaitescu

Accompanied by Catherine Laramée, Executive Director of PMI-Montreal


MGP ESG UQAM CAREER AWARDS

As a valued partner, ESG UQAM is taking advantage of the elixir evening to present the ESG UQAM Career Award.

MGP ESG UQAM CAREER AWARDS

Barbara Trachsel

Accompanied by Ms Olga Navaro Flores, Representant of ESG-UQAM