First Nations Art Award

23rd Annual Community Award Recipients Named by BC Achievement Foundation

April 14, 2026
(xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) and səlilwətaɬ, (Tsleil-Waututh) / Vancouver, B.C.) April 14, 2026: Premier David Eby and Walter Pela, Chair of the BC Achievement Foundation, today announced the recipients of the 23rd annual Community Award. The program recognizes outstanding British Columbians whose leadership, generosity and dedication strengthen communities across the province. “Congratulations to the recipients of this year’s Community Award,” said Premier David Eby. “Whether leading grassroots initiatives or mentoring future changemakers, these individuals demonstrate the power of community and the impact of generosity. Their inspiring efforts are ...

Honouring Leadership, Legacy, and Impact 

March 3, 2026
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, ...

ONNI: A Multi-Year Partner Supporting Indigenous Business Excellence 

January 27, 2026
The Indigenous Business Award (IBA) program is strengthened by partners who demonstrate a long-term commitment to Indigenous economic growth. ONNI is one such partner—an organization whose multi-year support reflects a shared belief in the power of Indigenous-led businesses and the importance of building a more inclusive and resilient economy in British Columbia.   With building at the core of their work, ONNI is a real estate development company employing thousands of people, with a mission to plan for the future and give back to the communities they serve.  Through their continued partnership, ...

The Office of the Lieutenant Governor and the BC Achievement Foundation announce the Recipients of the 2025 Reconciliation Award

January 27, 2026
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 fifth British Columbia Reconciliation Award. The 2025 award program recognizes four individuals and three organizations each of whom has demonstrated the essence of “putting truth before reconciliation”. Their efforts strengthen relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities while inspiring others to continue this important work. Individual Recipients: Phyllis Webstad Emerging Leader Organization Recipients: “Reconciliation is about listening deeply, acting with ...

Remarkable Achievements begin with Recognition: BC Achievement Foundation invites nominations for 2026 award programs

January 6, 2026
xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) and səlilwətaɬ, (Tsleil-Waututh) / Vancouver, BC (January 6, 2026): Remarkable achievements are happening every day in communities across British Columbia. The BC Achievement Foundation invites British Columbians to help bring these stories to light by nominating outstanding individuals, organizations, and businesses for its 2026 award programs. Through its annual Recognize Remarkable campaign, BC Achievement celebrates excellence, leadership, creativity, and impact — honouring those whose dedication strengthens communities, advances reconciliation, and inspires others to imagine what’s possible. “Recognizing individuals for their excellence ...

Harold Calla: Building a Framework for Economic Reconciliation 

November 4, 2025
Photo: Harold Calla, 2025 IBA Award of Distinction Harold Calla, member of the Squamish Nation, has spent a lifetime transforming how Indigenous governments across Canada build prosperity. As Executive Chair of the First Nations Financial Management Board, he has helped more than 370 First Nations strengthen their financial systems and access capital markets—laying the foundation for a new era of Indigenous economic self-determination.  A Vision Rooted in Service  After years in international business, Harold stepped into leadership roles that on Squamish Council where he helped advance economic opportunities and strengthen governance ...

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