Tsawwassen First Nation was named as a finalist last week in the Open for Business Awards.
The provincial award competition recognizes municipalities and First Nations that undertake initiatives to reduce the cost and complexity of doing business in B.C. Applications are evaluated based on how the communities enhance smallbusiness competitiveness, recognize the contributions of small businesses to the community and promote the principles of the B.C. Small Business Accord.
The communities that best demonstrate they are operating within the spirit of the Small Business Accord will receive $10,000 each to support the growth and success of local small businesses.
"TFN Economic Development Corporation was established to play a leadership role and facilitate the creation of a sustainable economy for Tsawwassen First Nation," said Chief Bryce Williams.
"Supporting our small business entrepreneurs is one way to build our sustainable community."
Williams said the award is instrumental in helping the TFN Economic Development Corporation continue to build its Small Business Grant Program for TFN members.
"I believe this recognition signals a significant development of the Tsawwassen First Nation," said Delta North MLA Scott Hamilton. "They are truly setting an example for many other aboriginal communities throughout British Columbia."
This year, submissions were received from throughout the province. The list of finalists also includes Abbotsford, the City of Langley, the Nisga'a Nation, Prince Rupert, Sidney and Surrey.
The winners will be announced on Sept. 22 in Vancouver.
