For the first time since 2008, we are taking the opportunity to celebrate the people and operators who make the Canadian car wash industry shine, and we need your help!

We’re now accepting award nominations* for this year’s CCA Car Wash Education as part of the  Convenience U CARWACS Show 2026 on Tuesday, March 10th. Whether it’s your own operation or someone else’s, we encourage you to submit nominations that recognize excellence, creativity, leadership, and community impact.

Award Categories

1. Best in Show
   Awarded to a car wash that stands out overall, from customer experience and operations to appearance and innovation.
   
   
2. Shiniest Operation
   For the wash that consistently delivers exceptional cleanliness, presentation, and attention to detail.
   
   
3. Google Review of the Year
   Celebrating an outstanding (and memorable!) customer review that highlights great service, experience, or team effort.
   
   
4. Community Champion
   Recognizes an operator who goes above and beyond to support their local community through events, fundraising, or partnerships.
   
   
5. Captain Sudzy Award
   Honours an individual who has demonstrated outstanding leadership, dedication, and excellence in the car wash industry. This award commemorates the late Murray Ewing, who founded the Transchem Group in 1974 and served as CCA President in 2002. The award is presented by the Transchem Group.

What to Submit

Please include:

The award categoryA short description (2–4 sentences) explaining why this nominee deserves recognitionAt least one photo (of the wash, the team, or the individual)

Submission deadline: Tuesday, February 17, 2026 (by end of day)Submit your nominations HERE.

Winners will be announced and celebrated live at the CCA Car Wash Education on Tuesday, March 10th, and we can’t wait to showcase the incredible work happening across Canada.

Thanks for helping us celebrate the best of our industry!