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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.

Coquihalla Paving Project named Dawson Group’s Project of the Year!

The Dawson Group recognized Dawson Construction with our first-ever Project of the Year Award for their work on the Coquihalla Highway project in 2020.  Six projects from all the Dawson Group companies were on the list of finalists for this year’s Project of the Year Award

Lisa Schaff in 100 Mile House is celebrating 30 years!

We are so proud to share that Lisa Schaff, our Operations Coordinator in 100 Mile House, is celebrating 30 years in road maintenance! Lisa is known amongst her peers for being hardworking, meticulous, very helpful and always showing up to work with a great attitude. She is so

Cone Zone season has arrived. Slow down and pay attention.

Everyday tens of thousands of workers in British Columbia are depending on drivers, like you, to keep control of your vehicle in a Cone Zone. If you are driving through a roadside work zone, you have a legal responsibility to drive safely. Failure to do so can result in penaltie

Please join us in congratulating Mike Rainer on his retirement!

Mike has worked under the International Trucks umbrella for over 34 years and has spent over 20 of those years in the Dawson family. Mike has worn many hats since he started with us in 2000, beginning in the parts department and working his way up to Parts Manager. In 2011,