The First Nations Technology Council's Amplify Awards celebrate Indigenous individuals, communities, and organizations using technology to advance Indigenous self-determination and support economic, cultural, and community well-being.
The next Amplify Awards will honour outstanding achievements in Indigenous-led technology and innovation, recognizing the leadership and meaningful impact of those advancing digital technology in First Nations communities across British Columbia.
The First Nations Technology Council invites partners to support future Amplify Awards and play a meaningful role in advancing Indigenous innovation and digital leadership.
By partnering with us, you'll help celebrate Indigenous ingenuity, recognize outstanding achievements, and invest in a more inclusive and dynamic technology ecosystem.
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On May 27, 2025, on the traditional and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations, our inaugural Amplify Awards were hosted at the Microsoft Vancouver office. The venue served as a hub where technology and tradition meet, making it a fitting setting for the occasion. The event brought together Indigenous innovators and British Columbia’s tech sector to honour those using technology to strengthen communities and lead change.
Indigenous Technologist Award: Troy MacBeth Abromaitis, Lytton First NationLeading wildfire recovery and community rebuilding through GIS and LiDAR mapping. Innovative Community or Organization Award: Heiltsuk NationBlending AI and traditional stewardship to restore salmon populations and advance food sovereignty.
The inaugural awards combined bentwood boxes with 3D printing for a true union of Indigenous culture with modern technology. KC Hall's work blends graffiti art with traditional form lines and Heiltsuk language and meaning to create a unique style. Learn more about KC Hall here.
Located on the traditional and unceded territories of the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.
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