Since 1999, Dr. Jay Yule has had a profound impact on education, engagement and economic development in Powell River. Inspired by his own childhood experiences as a student who required extra learning support, Dr. Yule’s innovative approach has been a platform for progress. Programs for Aboriginal youth under his direction have led to improved graduation rates and he’s helped create pathways to academic success for all students. Dr. Yule has championed the needs of unique learners with creative initiatives and strong partnerships between Vancouver Island University and the Powell River School District. He has built numerous relationships and led the Powell River Regional Economic Development Society to ensure a sustainable future for his community.
Award Year: 2016
Gitxsan Safety Services Inc.
Gitxsan Safety Services provides safety solutions in traffic management, over-sized load escort and piloting, medical services, security and safety monitoring through BC safety link. GSS offers its employees full-time and seasonal opportunities as well as training and support. Economic spin-off benefits are also realized in communities where GSS does business.
BC Achievement Applied Art + Design 2016
Donald H.E. Hubbard
Many boards on Vancouver Island have benefited from Don Hubbard’s distinguished and lengthy service. His commitments intersect all aspects of his community life and include Vancouver Island University, Vancouver Island Health Authority, Ducks Unlimited, the Haven Society of Nanaimo and the Rotary Club. That diverse range of effort is united in his dedication to making positive change with all his volunteer undertakings. Don ensures ideas become action with his transformational leadership and we thank Don for his outstanding community contribution.
Mel Munsen
Mel Munsen is a master of fused glass, a technique demanding artistic sensitivity, painstaking work and a thorough understanding of his chosen material. Over the past 20 years, Munsen’s exceptional art glass has been shown in Victoria galleries. He also has an international profile abroad where he has exhibited and sold work in museums and galleries in Canada, the United States, Italy, Japan and Korea.
Penticton Indian Band Development Corporation
The Penticton Indian Band Development Corporation focuses on economic self-sufficiency and employment opportunities for band members. It oversees five businesses: a sand, gravel and equipment operating company, a forest resource company, a tourist destination, a utility company and a successful joint venture residential development corporation.
BC Achievement First Nations Art Award 2016
Barbara Hulme
Barbara Hulme is honoured as a founding member of the Métis Nation Greater Victoria. “Barb”, as she is affectionately known, is a mentor, a knowledge keeper and now, a trusted elder in the Métis community. Through teaching and mentorship at the University of Victoria Barb supports Métis students at the First People’s House. Her mentorship is part of a much wider, more diverse effort, on Barb’s part, to improve the Métis community. She has also volunteered in her local Métis office as an administrator, historian, citizenship coordinator and genealogy advisor for more than 13 years. Everything Barb does supports, strengthens and nurtures Victoria’s Métis community.
Form3 Design Inc.
Form3’s goal is to create products of substance that are more desirable, useful, and sustainable. Since 1997, this Vancouver based company’s teamwork and attention to detail have contributed to getting products successfully into production and reaching the marketplace. Several high technology companies and adventure sports manufacturers that Form3 has worked with have evolved into market leaders with strong, internationally recognized, visual brands.
Rupert Lawn & Garden
Rupert Lawn & Garden is a full service greenhouse, garden center and yard care company. Services include: lawn and grounds maintenance, gardening, landscaping, as well as hedge and tree trimming. RLG operates out of a half-acre property in the Seal Cove region of Prince Rupert with a retail store, three commercial greenhouses and a service center for its twelve person landscaping crew.