BC Achievement unveils the 2026 recipients of three annual awards

Presentation ceremonies for the First Nations Art Award, Applied Art + Design Award, and Indigenous Business Award take place in November

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Omer Arbel, this year’s recipient of the Award of Distinction for the Sam Carter Applied Art + Design Award.

Marika Swan, recipient of this year’s Polygon Award in First Nations Art.

A new group of remarkable artists, designers, entrepreneurs, and business leaders is stepping into the spotlight. The BC Achievement Foundation has just announced the 2026 recipients of the Polygon Award in First Nations Art, the Sam Carter Award in Applied Art + Design, and the Indigenous Business Award—honouring people whose creativity, talent, and drive are making an impact across British Columbia.

The celebration doesn’t stop with the announcement. The public is invited to join the recipients for three inspiring award events that bring their stories, work, and accomplishments to life. Attend the Indigenous Business Award Gala on November 4 at the Hyatt Regency Vancouver; the Sam Carter Award in Applied Art + Design Reception on November 19 at the Roundhouse Community Arts and Recreation Centre; and the Polygon Award in First Nations Art Dinner on November 24, also at the Roundhouse.

Tickets are on sale now. Discover this year’s recipients through BC Achievement.

Post sponsored by BC Achievement Foundation.

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