National

Ajay Dilawri of the Dilawri Group has been bestowed with the Order of BC

Darpan News Desk Darpan, 02 Aug, 2021 02:14 PM

Ajay Dilawri is the recipient of the prestigious Order of BC Award. Ajay Dilawri is a leading entrepreneur whose vision, perseverance, leadership, and social conscience continues to improve the lives of many people in our province. He has made a significant and far-reaching impact throughout B.C.

Ajay and his brothers Kap and Tony are the founders of the Dilawri Group - the largest automotive group in Canada, with more than 4,000 employees and 76 automotive dealerships across Canada. With 24 dealerships in B.C. alone, he supports more than 2,000 employees and their families in his home province.

His significant investment in electrical vehicle development is also helping address climate change and contributes to a greener economy. The Dilawri brothers' success is largely based on learning a strong work ethic from their parents, who immigrated to Canada from India.

They haven’t forgotten their upbringing and have built the business not only for financial success, but to generate enough capital to give back to the community. With a focus on children and healthy outcomes, the Dilawri Foundation has donated tens of millions of dollars to help charitable causes in health care, mental health, education, autism, and public safety.

Ajay believes that by giving children a solid foundation early in life, they are infinitely more likely to thrive in the future. Dilawri uses his considerable leadership skills daily to ensure the well-being of British Columbians. His commitment to making B.C. a better place to live creates a healthier and more productive population, which benefits everyone in the province.

These are the overall recipients of the award:

Chief Joe Alphonse of Tsilhqot'n Nation
Joe Average, MGC, of Vancouver
Brenda Baptiste of Osoyoos
Frances Belzberg, OC, of Vancouver
Dr. Debra Braithwaite of Victoria
Ajay Dilwari of Vancouver
Debra Doucette (Hewson) of the District of North Vancouver
Dr.Bonnie J Fraser Henry of Victoria
Carol A. Lee of Vancouver
James McEwen, OC, of Vancouver
Andrew Petter, CM, QC, of Victoria
Dolph Schulter of Vancouver
Dr. Poul Sorensen of Vancouver
Arran and Ratana Stephens of Vancouver

Prev Next

MORE National ARTICLES

Vancouver Police have seized more than $4 million worth of drugs in an investigation targeting gang activity

Investigators seized about 13 kilograms of fentanyl, 11 kilograms of crystal meth, eight kilograms of benzodiazepine, and five kilograms of cocaine. Police also seized a hydraulic press, $320,000 in cash, and a firearm.

Vancouver Police have seized more than $4 million worth of drugs in an investigation targeting gang activity

Mary Simon to be Canada's first Indigenous GG

Mary Simon, an Inuk leader and former diplomat, described her appointment as Canada's next governor general — the first Indigenous person to serve in the role — as a “step forward on the long path to reconciliation.”

Mary Simon to be Canada's first Indigenous GG

Lightning adds to wildfire woes in B.C.

The BC Wildfire Service says 212 wildfires are burning in British Columbia as lightning storms swept over several areas of the province. The wildfire service website shows more than three dozen small fires have been sparked across all regions except the Coastal Fire Centre.

Lightning adds to wildfire woes in B.C.

B.C. police watchdog investigating man's death

The Independent Investigations Office of B.C. says the man was arrested Canada Day following what is described as an "incident" at a business.

B.C. police watchdog investigating man's death

Buying illegal cannabis puts money into the hands of criminals

Officers conducted a traffic stop with a vehicle associated to the property and arrested the driver. Further investigation led to the seizure of approximately 1 kilogram of dried cannabis and $35,000 cash.