Dale Levesque

Forest Products Association of Canada (FPAC), in partnership with the Canadian Council for Indigenous Business (CCIB), announces Dallan LP as the recipient of the 2025 Indigenous Business Leadership Award. This honour celebrates exceptional Indigenous entrepreneurs and businesses making significant contributions to Canada’s forest sector and local communities. “From operator to owner, Dale has built a 100% Indigenous-owned business that champions inclusive employment, partnerships between First Nations, continuous improvement, environmental responsibility, and providing the customer with an exceptional service—setting a powerful example for the broader forest sector,” said Derek Nighbor, President and CEO of FPAC. …In 2014, under Dale’s leadership, efforts were made to expand and Dallan LP was formed which is a partnership between Dale Levesque, Lac des Mille Lacs First Nations and Nigigoonsiminikaaning First Nations. Dallan LP expanded its reach into the Pulp and Paper mill yard services and the addition of Atikokan and Ignace sawmills.