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BC Achievement Foundation announces recipients of 2024 Polygon Award in First Nations Art

October 10, 2024
Vancouver, BC (October 10, 2024): The BC Achievement Foundation is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2024 Polygon Award in First Nations Art. Presented annually by the independent foundation, the award highlights outstanding contributions to traditional, contemporary, and media-based First Nations Art, celebrating those who exemplify artistic excellence. “Congratulations to the 2024 recipients of the Polygon Award in First Nations Art. Your exceptional artistry, innovation, and dedication are remarkable,” said Walter Pela, Chair of the BC Achievement Foundation. “Your artistic journey enhances cultural expression ...

Celebrate Indigenous Excellence: Watch the 2024 Indigenous Business Award Gala Live 

October 2, 2024
Photo: 2024 IBA Recipient, Ahous Adventures Mark your calendars for the 2024 Indigenous Business Award (IBA) Gala, a night of celebration and inspiration as we honour the year’s exceptional Indigenous entrepreneurs! As we gather for this annual showcase of Indigenous business excellence, the 2024 IBA Gala promises to be an evening full of recognition, success stories, and meaningful connections. Indigenous innovation continues to drive economic growth and cultural resilience, and this event offers a powerful platform to celebrate these achievements while fostering partnerships across industries.  ...

Support Indigenous entrepreneurs and get your tickets to the IBA Gala 

September 3, 2024
Mark your calendars for the Indigenous Business Award (IBA) Gala Dinner as we celebrate the 2024 IBA recipients! This award presentation will take place at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver on Monday, October 7, 2024, starting at 5:30 pm.  As an annual event that showcases business excellence among Indigenous entrepreneurs, the 2024 IBA Gala promises to be an inspiring evening filled with recognition, achievement, and collaboration. The celebration of Indigenous innovation and success continues to highlight the immense potential within the Indigenous economy while fostering connections ...

BC Achievement Foundation unveils recipients of the 16th Annual Indigenous Business Award program

August 13, 2024
Celebrating the transformative achievements of Indigenous businesses and entrepreneurs Vancouver, BC (August 13, 2024): The BC Achievement Foundation announces the recipients of the 16th annual Indigenous Business Award (IBA) program. This annual award honours the exceptional achievements of Indigenous businesses, entrepreneurs, partnership entities, and community-owned enterprises. As one of the five flagship programs of BC Achievement, this initiative recognizes and celebrates excellence, fostering inspiration across the province. “This year’s IBA recipients demonstrate remarkable entrepreneurship and show an unyielding commitment to driving economic growth and fostering ...

Announcing Chief Gibby Jacob and Geena Jackson as Co-Directors of Ceremonies for the 2024 Indigenous Business Award Gala 

August 1, 2024
Photo: 2024 IBA Co-Directors, Geena Jackson and Chief Gibby Jacob We are thrilled to announce that Geena Jackson and Chief Gibby Jacob will be the Co-Directors of Ceremonies for the 2024 Indigenous Business Award (IBA) Gala, taking place on October 7 at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver. This highly anticipated event is the place to be for anyone interested in Indigenous business in British Columbia.  Meet Geena Jackson  Geena Jackson whose traditional name is Tsetasiya (‘Sa-TAS-ee-ya’) returns for her third year as Co-Director of the IBA ...

Tens of Thousands of Years of Intergenerational Knowledge 

June 3, 2024
Photo: Book Cover, Indian Horse by Richard Wagamese June is National Indigenous History Month and June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day.  It is a month to reflect on Indigenous world views, epistemologies, educational and governance systems, and the impacts they have on economic reconciliation. Take time to learn about the vast intergenerational knowledge Indigenous peoples have accumulated. Consider that this knowledge is imbedded with over tens of thousands of years of learning the landscapes, water ways, flora and fauna, and imagine how this accumulation ...