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“The British Columbia Aboriginal Business Awards recognize the important role Aboriginal business plays in the province’s economic development,” said Premier Campbell. “Award recipients will showcase best practices to be shared amongst all business people throughout our province.”
In their inaugural year, these awards will honour business acumen in several categories including Business of the Year, Youth Entrepreneur, Joint Venture and Community-Owned businesses.
“Our thanks to the awards advisory board which includes representation from provincial First Nations organizations and Métis Nation BC,” said Mitchell. “The advisory board is committed to ensuring the awards reflect the achievements of the province’s Aboriginal business community. We also appreciate the leadership and support Aboriginal Relations and Reconciliation Minister Michael de Jong has offered this program,” he added.
“All Aboriginal people involved in business in British Columbia should consider entering these awards including the small business owner operating out of a home to large joint ventures or community-owned enterprises,” said de Jong. “From established businesses to up-and-coming entrepreneurs, these awards will recognize and celebrate their achievements.”
An independent jury of business experts will review the nominations and select the award recipients who will be honoured at a gala event in January 2009. Deadlines and submission forms are posted at www.bcachievement.com. The deadline for submissions is Nov. 7, 2008.
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Bridgitte Anderson Press Secretary Office of the Premier 604 307-7177 |
Maria Wilkie Communications Director Ministry of Aboriginal Relations and Reconciliation 250 953-3211 |
Nora Newlands Executive Director 604 618-6949 |
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