In recognition of his many achievements and dedication to SAC and the advancement of soaring in Canada the "Jim McCollum Award for Innovation" will be given annually to a member or club who has furthered the sport of soaring in their club or SAC through imaginative fundraising, organizational restructuring, or creative financing. The awardee's efforts may have increased membership dramatically, improved the club fleet substantially, or increased the clubs/SAC financial assets significantly.

Updated in October 2024 by Tony Burton.