Recognize remarkable British Columbians by nominating them for a BC Achievement award, to February 15
Five annual programs celebrate community leadership, applied art and design, First Nations art, Indigenous entrepreneurship, and reconciliation
Kate Metten, 2023 recipient of the Sam Carter Award in Applied Art + Design.
For over 20 years, BC Achievement Foundation has been celebrating the accomplishments of British Columbians, honouring exceptional people doing exceptional work. Driven by a spirit of excellence, BC Achievement’s programs highlight outstanding individuals and organizations, giving voice to their achievements and inspiring others to follow their lead.
All British Columbians are invited to Recognize Remarkable by nominating an individual for one of the award programs that BC Achievement presents. Nominations for all five programs are now open until February 15 at 11:59 pm.
Nominating someone helps shape the future of B.C. through its remarkable achievers. The five annual programs hosted by BC Achievement Foundation include the Community Award, BC Reconciliation Award, Indigenous Business Award, Polygon Award in First Nations Art, and Sam Carter Award in Applied Art + Design.
“It is important to recognize excellence in order to inspire others,” said Janna Wale, 2024 recipient of the Community Award. Wale is a Gitxsan and Cree-Métis policy advisor for the newly established Indigenous research stream at the Canadian Climate Institute. The Community Award recognizes British Columbians who raise the quality and character of their community and shine as models of dedication and service for others to follow.
“By recognizing and acknowledging people’s work,” Wale continued, “it also creates the opportunity for connection and knowledge sharing, which will further help build resilience within our communities.”
James Harry, 2021 recipient of the Polygon Award in First Nations Art.
BC Achievement award programs are a powerful way to honour the hard work and impact of nominees while sharing the stories of those who lead, create, and make a difference. Each nomination is a tribute to an individual who goes above and beyond to promote an impactful legacy across the province.
Established in 2003, BC Achievement Foundation is a social-profit organization with a mission to honour excellence and inspire achievement throughout B.C. Grounded in a belief that communities are sustained and strengthened by those who aspire to excellence, the foundation works to uplift future artists, community leaders, and entrepreneurs.
To learn more about the BC Achievement Foundation, visit the organization’s website and YouTube channel, where several awardees’ stories are shared and waiting to be amplified.
To nominate a remarkable candidate for one of the available awards, visit bcachievement.com.
Post sponsored by BC Achievement Foundation.
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