One thing for certain, trees are definitely Dave Potter’s Totem.

Potter and his Totem Tree Services were named Business of the Year at the recent NEDC awards banquet, and the judges got it right.

Married and a father of two teens, Potter, 40, is a member of the Tzeachten First Nation.

“It was a huge honour,” he said of the award, which came with a snazzy glass trophy and a night ’s stay at the Tigh-Na-Mara resort, adding, “this year has been a bit overwhelming what with the growth we’ve had… I ...

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Aboriginal BEST 2017

Aboriginal BEST is a free training series that helps to nurture the entrepreneurial spirit of people, communities, and organizations. Participants meet guest speakers, identify viable business ideas, determine their feasibility, and take steps to start or grow their own businesses. Learn to conduct market research, write business plans, and explore financing options on your journey to self-employment success! …

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Shae Doiron Painting & Decorating wins Best Youth-Owned Business

Standing in front of her peers and being presented the award for Best Youth-Owned Business was a great boost for Shae Doiron, and proof positive she’s on the right path.

Doiron, who turned 33 the day we caught up with her, is a proud member of the Tseshaht First Nation who had to overcome a number of hurdles to ...

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