BC Achievement Foundation opens nominations for all five award programs

British Columbians are invited to Recognize Remarkable by nominating individuals and organizations committed to leading, creating, and making a difference

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(From left) Community Award recipients Dom Bautista (2020), Kim van der Woerd (2018), and Marcus Mosely (2024). Photo by CraigD

For over 20 years, the BC Achievement Foundation has been celebrating the accomplishments of British Columbians, honouring exceptional people doing exceptional work. Driven by a spirit of excellence, the organization highlights outstanding individuals and organizations, amplifying their achievements and inspiring others to follow their lead.

British Columbians are invited to Recognize Remarkable by nominating someone remarkable for one of five award programs that the BC Achievement Foundation presents, which include the Community Award, BC Reconciliation Award, Indigenous Business Award, Polygon Award in First Nations Art, and Sam Carter Award in Applied Art + Design.

Nominations for all five programs are open now until February 15, 2025 at 11:59 pm. Each nomination is a tribute to an individual or organization committed to leading, creating, and making a difference.

Learn more about the BC Achievement Foundation through the organization’s website and YouTube channel, where the stories of past award recipients are shared.

Post sponsored by BC Achievement Foundation.

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