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This year’s Indigenous Business Award (IBA) Gala theme, Looking Forward, celebrates the vision of what could be. The determination to build something that benefits not only today’s generation, but that of tomorrow’s generation.  For 18 years, the Indigenous Business Award program has recognized Indigenous entrepreneurs, businesses, partnerships and community-owned enterprises that are redefining success across British Columbia. Their accomplishments strengthen communities, create opportunities, protect culture, steward the land and inspire future generations of Indigenous leaders.  Looking forward means recognizing that Indigenous business is one of the province’s greatest sources of innovation and economic growth.  Across BC, Indigenous entrepreneurs are demonstrating that cultural knowledge, language, stewardship and ...

Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating Indigenous business excellence at the 2026 Indigenous Business Award (IBA) Gala.  Early Bird tickets are now on sale for $250, with tables of ten also available for organizations, businesses, families and friends who want to celebrate together.  Taking place on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency Vancouver, the Gala is the signature celebration of the Indigenous Business Award program, bringing together entrepreneurs, community leaders, partners, supporters and guests from across British Columbia to recognize outstanding Indigenous businesses and achievements.  The evening will be guided ...

This year, BC Achievement’s IBA program is delighted to welcome its newest Advisory Committee member, Simon Baker. Simon is the Managing Partner at Baker Brothers Consulting and brings valuable experience, insight, and a deep commitment to supporting Indigenous business and economic development. We are honoured that he has chosen to share his expertise with the program and look forward to the perspectives and contributions he will bring as we continue to grow and strengthen the Indigenous Business Award community. Since its inception in 2008, the ...

The Indigenous Business Award – Award of Distinction  The Award of Distinction is the highest honour within the Indigenous Business Award (IBA) program. It recognizes a leader whose vision, influence, and lifetime achievements have shaped—and continue to shape—Indigenous business and economic development in British Columbia.  This distinction celebrates far more than commercial success. It honours those who have strengthened the Indigenous economy across the province and set a powerful example for others to follow—whether through entrepreneurship, governance, advocacy, innovation, or community leadership. Recipients are mentors, ...