Business Awards
Our Business Award Winners
Our business award winners are clients of ANTCO in which each award honors excellence and inspires achievement in Indigenous business and entrepreneurship throughout the province. We are pleased to be able to provide four (4) awards each year.
Business of the Year 2026 Winner
Kettle River Contracting LP
Kettle River Contracting LP (KRC) is a proudly Indigenous‑owned heavy civil construction company based in Cranbrook, British Columbia, and a subsidiary of Ktunaxa Enterprises Limited, part of the Ktunaxa Holding Limited Partnership. Founded by members of the Ktunaxa Nation, KRC delivers high‑quality civil construction services across Western Canada, supporting projects in the resource development, infrastructure, and environmental sectors.
KRC specializes in site preparation, road construction, infrastructure development, and environmental management. Known for its technical expertise and strong safety performance, the company consistently delivers complex projects efficiently, responsibly, and to a high standard. Its operations are guided by Ktunaxa values, emphasizing stewardship, integrity, and respect for the land.
Beyond construction excellence, KRC is deeply committed to Indigenous economic development, job creation, and capacity building within the Ktunaxa Nation and surrounding communities. Through strong partnerships with Indigenous and non‑Indigenous clients, KRC aligns economic opportunity with community priorities and environmental responsibility.
This commitment to leadership, innovation, and partnership has earned Kettle River Contracting LP provincial recognition through the BC Achievement Foundation’s Indigenous Business Awards, underscoring its role as a leader in Indigenous‑owned enterprise and sustainable economic development.
Congratulations, Kettle River Contracting, on receiving ANTCOs Business of the Year Award!
Female Business of the Year 2026 Winner
Relentless Mechanical
Relentless Mechanical brings over 13 years of experience troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing heavy equipment, with a strong focus on the forestry industry. They support logging, construction, hydro, energy, and government projects. Based in an area where logging continues to thrive, the company has built a solid reputation working with one of Western Canada’s largest logging operations, along with numerous logging and construction companies that have offered full-time opportunities.
With a severe shortage of skilled heavy-duty field technicians in the region, Relentless Mechanical stands out for its expertise, reliability, and dedication. Their demanding schedule, averaging 14–16 hour days, six days a week, reflects both the high demand for their services and their commitment to keeping equipment operating efficiently.
The company’s primary goal is to provide dependable mechanical support for heavy equipment operators throughout Prince George and surrounding areas. In addition to strong opportunities within forestry, Relentless Mechanical is well-positioned to expand further into the construction industry if market conditions shift.
Congratulations on receiving the Female Business of the Year Award and for building such a successful company in a traditionally male-dominated industry.
Stewardship Award 2026 Winner
Eh‑Cho Dene GP Ltd.
Eh Cho Dene GP Ltd. is a Fort Nelson–based general contracting company wholly owned by Fort Nelson First Nation, established in 1982 with a clear and enduring purpose: to create meaningful employment opportunities for First Nation members while building a strong, sustainable business. Over more than four decades, Eh Cho Dene has grown into one of the region’s leading contractors, continuously expanding its equipment fleet, service offerings, and industry partnerships.
Renowned for its innovation, competitiveness, and commitment to safety, Eh Cho Dene delivers high quality work across a broad range of construction and industrial services. Its stewardship is most clearly demonstrated through its environmental responsibilities, including deactivation, reclamation, noxious weed control, and environmental monitoring, work that protects the land while supporting long term economic activity.
Through disciplined growth, strong partnerships with industry leaders, and a deep respect for community and environment, Eh Cho Dene GP Ltd. exemplifies stewardship in action, balancing economic development with responsibility to land, people, and future generations.
Congratulations, Eh-Cho Dene GP Ltd., on receiving the Stewardship Award!
Fort Nelson First Nations I Eh‑Cho Dene GP Ltd.
Aly I Dabble
Youth Business of the Year 2026 Winner
Dabble
Aly is incredibly deserving of this year’s Youth of the Year award. Through her business, Dabble, she has shown what it looks like to turn passion, resilience, and creativity into something truly meaningful.
Based in Kelowna, Dabble was created from Aly’s belief that indulgence should never feel like a compromise. She has built a brand that offers high-protein, low-sugar, gluten-free treats that are genuinely crave-worthy — proving that food can be both nourishing and joyful. But what makes Aly’s story so special goes far beyond the products she creates.
Baking has been part of her life for as long as she can remember. Growing up in her Oma’s kitchen, she learned early on that food is about more than recipes — it is about connection, comfort, and bringing people together. That foundation, combined with years of determination and countless recipe tests, helped shape Dabble into the vibrant business it is today.
As a proud Indigenous female entrepreneur, Aly is also helping create space for more diverse voices in the food and wellness industry. She leads with authenticity, heart, and courage, and she continues to inspire others by showing what is possible when you believe in your vision.
Aly is not only building a successful business — she is building community, creating joy, and making a lasting impact.
Congratulations, Aly, on receiving the Youth Business of the Year Award!