Photo: Angela Marston (Satuts Stsuhwum), Program Director, Indigenous Business Award
Last week, BC Achievement attended the BC Cabinet and First Nations Leaders’ Gathering held in Vancouver. This pivotal event brought together leaders including program partners such as BC Assembly of First Nations and First Nations Summit to foster collaboration, build relationships, and begin conversations with government.
It was a remarkable event and gave us an opportunity to connect with BC Achievement friends and partners from across the province. We shared conversations on their initiatives and priorities and in turn, highlighted the Indigenous-focused award programs run by our foundation.
BC Achievement is dedicated to recognizing remarkable and celebrating the achievements of individuals, organizations, and communities across British Columbia. Through programs such as the Indigenous Business Award program, BC Achievement honours excellence, leadership, and community contributions, with a particular focus on celebrating the rich cultures of the First Peoples.

Through its programs, BC Achievement has highlighted the significant achievements of First Nation artists, leaders, and changemakers. The First Nation Art Award, for example, celebrates the creative excellence and cultural preservation led by Indigenous artists throughout BC.
The BC Reconciliation Award, in partnership with the Lieutenant Governor’s office, provides a space to recognize the work done by individuals and groups fostering reconciliation efforts with Indigenous peoples in BC.
These BC Achievement awards provide a platform for amplifying Indigenous voices and acknowledging their contributions to the cultural landscape of the province.
First Nations Leaders’ Gathering was a welcoming space and facilitated many connections. Including, the recipients of our in-person draw.
Congratulations to this year’s FNLG draw winners!!! Quentin Noel is the happy winner of two tickets to the 2025 IBA Gala and J Richard Hall won a custom gift basket accompanied with Indigenous World Wine.
Recognize someone Remarkable today and nominate before the deadline of February 15!!! Find the link to the nomination forms here.
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