Skip to main content

News

Stay up to date with Dawson Group

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.

Mike Winiski celebrates his MBA graduation with family and friends

It is never too late to continue your education. This past June, Mike Winiski finally got the pleasure of walking across the stage, celebrating his graduation and completion of the Master of Business Administration (MBA) program from the Beedie School of Business at Simon Fra

Dawson International Kamloops enjoys spending afternoon with Thompson Community Services

Back in June, our Dawson International Truck Centres location in Kamloops hosted the local group from Thompson Community Services (TCS) for an afternoon filled with learning, laughter and memories. “My heart was so full after their visit. Nobody could wipe the smiles off th

Arlene Rushton’s stability helped the growth of privatized road maintenance

The first major project tasked to Interior Roads Ltd. (IRL), now known as Dawson Road Maintenance (DRM), wasn’t pothole repairs or snow removal, it was gaining the trust from the community members following the privatization of highway maintenance in 1988. The first massive

Johnson family roots run deep with Dawson Construction

For more than 100 years, Dawson Group has prided itself on being a family-focused company. Similar to how Fred turned the company over to Graham and later Ian, the Johnsons have introduced new members of the family to the company for the past 66 years. The Johnson story with