Community Award

Empowering Indigenous Entrepreneurs: The Impact of Recognition and Support 

March 25, 2025
Since its inception in 2009, the Indigenous Business Award (IBA) program serves as a powerful platform celebrating the achievements of Indigenous entrepreneurs across British Columbia. Now in its 17th year, the IBA has expanded its reach, showcasing the innovation and determination of over 236 Indigenous businesses. This growing network of entrepreneurs is helping to pave the way for others, demonstrating the strength and potential of Indigenous-led businesses.  A key to the program’s success is its ability to highlight the diversity and excellence of Indigenous businesses ...

BC Cabinet & First Nations Leaders’ Gathering 

January 29, 2025
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 ...

January – a gateway to new possibilities 

January 9, 2025
Photo: 2024 Community Award recipient, Coralie Nairn As we step into the first days of 2025, January brings a renewed sense of purpose and opportunity across British Columbia. It’s a season marked by fresh beginnings—new goals, creative ambitions, entrepreneurial ventures, and a deepened commitment to building stronger communities. This time of transition invites us to reflect on past achievements and chart a bold course forward.  January is a time for personal growth and goal setting. Whether it’s committing to a healthier lifestyle, launching a long-anticipated ...

Celebrate Extraordinary Achievement Across British Columbia, Recognize Remarkable by nominating for BC Achievement Foundation Award Programs

January 7, 2025
Vancouver, BC (January 7, 2025): The BC Achievement Foundation invites British Columbians to celebrate and honour individuals and organizations whose contributions inspire us all to reach higher and do more. Do you know someone whose achievements deserve recognition? Recognize someone remarkable and nominate them today for one of BC Achievement Foundation’s annual award programs and help shine a spotlight on their incredible impact on communities across the province. “Recognizing excellence in community service inspires, encourages participation, strengthens bonds, raises awareness, and sustains the impact of ...

The Office of the Lieutenant Governor and the BC Achievement Foundation announce 2024 Award Recipients

November 5, 2024
Vancouver, B.C. – The Office of the Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia, in partnership with BC Achievement Foundation, is honoured to announce the recipients of the fourth British Columbia Reconciliation Award. The award recognizes four extraordinary individuals and two incredible organizations that have demonstrated exceptional leadership, integrity, respect and commitment to furthering reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples in the province of British Columbia, or inspired others to continue reconciliation efforts. Individual recipients: Sdahl Ḵ’awaas, Lucy Bell (Old Massett)Corporal (Retired) Chris Gosselin, M.O.M. (West Kelowna)Gloria Morgan (Enderby)Phyllis ...

BC Achievement 2024 Indigenous Business Award of Distinction Recipient Robert J. Dennis Sr. Emchayiik

November 1, 2024
Photo: Robert J. Dennis Sr. (Emchayiik), 2024 Indigenous Business Award of Distinction recipient Robert J. Dennis Sr. (Emchayiik) is a distinguished leader who exemplifies the essence of the Indigenous Business (IBA) Award of Distinction, which he received last month at the 16th annual IBA Gala Dinner. Having dedicated his life to fostering Indigenous business activities for his Nation and with a career spanning decades, Robert has played a pivotal role in advancing the economic and political landscape of the Huu-ay-aht First Nations (HFN).    Serving as ...