The partnership between B&B Contracting Group and Kwikwetlem First Nation (KFN) is a collaboration focused on innovation, sustainability, and superior concrete solutions. In the video above, kʷikʷəƛ̓əm Councillor George Chaffee talks about the importance of establishing strategic business partnerships to ensure KFN’s stability and growth. Our Operations Manager, Adam Giesbrecht, and our dispatcher, Kelly Shorter, share how the location of our plant allows for efficient transport and completion of projects across the Lower Mainland. 

The kʷikʷəƛ̓əm people, also known as the Kwikwetlem First Nation, have a rich history and profound connection to the Coquitlam Watershed, with archaeological evidence confirming continuous occupation of their ancestral lands for at least 10,000 years. Renowned for their spirit and winter dances, canoe building, and masterful sturgeon and salmon fishing, the kʷikʷəƛ̓əm people have thrived under the guidance of ancient Coast Salish laws and protocols. These customary laws have not only governed their territory but have also instilled a deep responsibility to care for their lands, waters, and all that lies within. Their name, meaning “Red Fish Up the River”, underscores their historic connection to the vibrant sockeye salmon runs in the Coquitlam River and Coquitlam Lake, which were integral to their culture before the construction of the Coquitlam Dam.

 B&B Contracting boasts a long-standing reputation for quality workmanship over its 70-plus years in the industry. As a leader in underground utilities, road construction, gravel production, excavation, and infrastructure projects across British Columbia, B&B has demonstrated a consistent commitment to excellence. The company prides itself on its highly engaged and loyal staff, who are continually developing their skills through the in-house professional development program, The B&B School of Construction. B&B’s commitment to exceeding quality standards and offering competitive pricing, backed by experienced staff and a large fleet of equipment, further solidify its position in the civil construction sector. Moreover, B&B is deeply involved in community service, donating substantial funds annually to local charities and participating in various charity events to support community members in need.

The partnership between the kʷikʷəƛ̓əm First Nation and B&B Contracting represents a union of traditional stewardship and modern industry expertise. This collaboration allows each organization to leverage its strengths, fostering mutual growth and support. For the kʷikʷəƛ̓əm people, partnering with a reputable construction firm such as B&B provides access to resources and financial stability, enabling them to pursue infrastructure projects that benefit their community while maintaining their commitment to environmental stewardship and cultural values.