17th Annual Indigenous Business Award Gala 2025 – Fairmont Hotel Vancouver ✨

📍 Location: Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, 900 West Georgia Street, Vancouver, BC V6C 2W6
📅 Date: Wednesday, November 5, 2025
🕔 Time: 5:30 PM – 10:00 PM
🎟️ Tickets: $275 per person | Learn more at BC Achievement
👔 Attire: Business Formal

Event Overview

Celebrate excellence, leadership, and cultural strength at the 17th Annual Indigenous Business Award Gala, hosted by BC Achievement. This prestigious annual event honours the accomplishments and contributions of Indigenous entrepreneurs, community enterprises, and leaders from across British Columbia.

Held at the iconic Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, the 2025 gala will bring together hundreds of guests for an unforgettable evening of connection, inspiration, and celebration.

Theme: Stronger Together

This year’s theme, “Stronger Together,” recognizes the power of collaboration, reciprocity, and respect for cultural knowledge systems. True leadership is rooted in shared responsibility and the diversity of voices that strengthen communities. The gala celebrates those who lead with empathy and cultural understanding, building bridges toward inclusive and prosperous futures.

Program Schedule

• 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM: General Reception featuring music by DJ OShow

• 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM: Dinner & Award Presentation

Guests will enjoy a gourmet dining experience while witnessing the presentation of awards that highlight excellence in Indigenous business across multiple categories.

Honouring Indigenous Excellence

The Indigenous Business Award Gala recognizes outstanding achievements in entrepreneurship and community impact. Recipients represent innovation, sustainability, and leadership across diverse industries, from small business to corporate collaboration.

View the full list of 2025 recipients on the official Indigenous Business Award webpage.

Event Hosts & Special Guests

• Geena Jackson (Tsetasiya) – Creator & Executive Producer of Bears’ Lair TV and Founder of Sparkly Frog Clan Productions Inc.

• Kúkwpi7 (Chief) Willie Sellars – Member of the Williams Lake First Nation, part of the Secwépemc Nation, and a respected community leader.

🎧 Special Performance: DJ OShow will bring vibrant music to the opening reception, setting the tone for an evening of cultural celebration and connection.

Tickets & Seating

🎟️ Individual Tickets: $275 each
🍽️ Tables: Seats up to 10 guests

For assigned seating or group reservations, email indigenousbusiness@bcachievement.com.
Please note: Tickets are non-refundable.

Accommodation

Guests attending from out of town can enjoy preferred room rates at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver.
To book, call 1-855-516-1090 and mention the BC Achievement – Indigenous Business Award Gala or use the direct event link for special pricing.

About BC Achievement

BC Achievement is a non-profit foundation dedicated to elevating excellence and inspiring achievement throughout British Columbia. The organization honours leaders who make a positive impact in their communities, fostering pride, inspiration, and engagement through recognition.

Learn more, donate, or get involved at bcachievement.com.

Join the Celebration

The 17th Indigenous Business Award Gala 2025 is more than an event—it’s a movement to uplift and honour the strength, creativity, and innovation within Indigenous business communities. Be part of an inspiring evening that celebrates success, culture, and unity.

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