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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, andDawson 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.

Pat Gunderson protects SA 17 from both heavy rain and snowfall

Little did Pat Gunderson’s father know at the time, when he told his son that he was going to report him to the Employment Insurance (EI) office, that he was setting him up for a long and successful career in road maintenance in Service Area 17. In the mid-90s, Gunderson wa

Don Lewis helped bring significant growth to Dawson Construction

When Don Lewis joined Dawson Construction in 1989, it was a local paving and civil company working smaller scale jobs. By the time he left Dawson 15 years later to pursue a new challenge, the company tackled substantially larger projects and dramatically increased overall revenu

Blood bank thankful for new Dawson Group donors

Dawson Group’s inaugural two-month blood donation campaign wrapped up last month thanks to the generosity of several new donors. As a team, we totalled 10 donations, which helps (approximately) save 30 lives – inspiring work. Of Dawson’s 10 donations, seven came

Dawson delivers new driveway to KTRA

The Kamloops Therapeutic Riding Association (KTRA) needed a better maintained driveway for individuals using their services and Dawson Construction was happy to lend helping hands in support of this program. “Having this type of community support really enables us to contin