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Dawson Group at the 2024 Pride Parade in Kamloops, British Columbia

At Dawson Group, community is at the heart of everything we do. Across all our companies—Dawson Civil, Dawson Construction, Dawson Road Maintenance, Dawson Idealease, and Dawson International Truck Centres— we are committed to creating lasting connections and making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. Whether we’re working on large-scale infrastructure projects, partnering with local organizations, or celebrating the hard work and dedication of our employees, we’re focused on fostering strong relationships with First Nations and the communities we serve throughout British Columbia.

We believe in the power of community, and that’s why we actively support initiatives that uplift and enrich the lives of those around us. From volunteering at sponsored events to donating time and resources to local causes, our teams are dedicated to building more than just infrastructure in British Columbia—they’re building stronger, more vibrant communities.

On this page, you’ll find updates on our latest projects, community initiatives, team achievements, and real-life examples of how our teams demonstrate our core values every day. Supporting non-profit events, championing safety, fostering innovation, and promoting sustainability in the workplace—each story reflects the positive impact Dawson Group is making. Together, we’re creating a better tomorrow—one project, one initiative, and one connection at a time.

Wayne Yasinowski enhanced highway safety in Service Area 16 for 35 years

Highway users in and around Gold Bridge over the last 35 years can give their thanks to Wayne Yasinowski for their safe travels. Yasinowski was first introduced to the world of road maintenance in the 70s, after the mine he was working at near Gold Bridge shut down. He landed

Dan Palesch hired for an exciting new role with Dawson Road Maintenance

Dawson Group is pleased to announce the hiring of Dan Palesch for the new role of Strategic Manager, Stakeholder Relations with Dawson Road Maintenance (DRM). He joins Dawson with an extensive background in working with the B.C. Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure (MoT

Andrew Kay plays a pivotal role in our evolving IT systems

Behind every great, company is an exceptional Information Technology (IT) team. It is one of the essential foundational departments that supports all our operations. At Dawson Group, one of the key IT members for the past 14 years has been Andrew Kay. He has not only kept the ha

Dawson Civil helps bring clean drinking water to North Okanagan communities

Having clean and safe drinking water is something many of us take for granted each day. For decades, communities in the B.C. Interior did not have access to clean, safe drinking, which made life incredibly more difficult than it needed to be. For one First Nation community, the