Telus announced last week the company’s president and CEO, Darren Entwistle, has been named a 2026 inductee into the BC Innovators Hall of Fame, an honour that recognizes leaders whose contributions have helped shape and strengthen British Columbia’s technology and innovation ecosystem.
Entwistle is being honoured for his “transformative leadership” over the past 26 years, during which time Vancouver-based Telus has invested $70 billion in British Columbia to advance broadband connectivity, digital innovation and economic growth across the province, according to a Telus press release.
“I am deeply honoured to receive this recognition from BC Tech, which is a reflection of the extraordinary passion, ingenuity and purpose-driven culture of our team members, whose commitment to innovation continues to create meaningful economic and social outcomes for Canadians,” Entwistle said in a statement. “Since 2000, TELUS has invested $294 billion across Canada, including $70 billion in British Columbia alone, to build world-leading broadband networks, advance preventative healthcare and precision agriculture innovation, bolster Canada’s digital economy and support communities in-need with TELUS’ caring culture.
“Importantly, we are continuing to invest boldly in British Columbia’s future through transformative initiatives in responsible AI capabilities, environmental sustainability, affordable housing and digital inclusivity. Moreover, through the investments of TELUS Ventures, we have built a $1 billion portfolio of entrepreneurial tech companies that are driving innovative change in health, agriculture, telecoms and cyber security. Together, we are helping British Columbia advance to the forefront of global innovation and competitiveness while creating a friendlier future for generations to come,” Entwistle said.
Telus recently announced plans to invest $15 billion in British Columbia through 2030 to enhance connectivity, support Canadian AI leadership and drive economic growth.
Entwistle’s induction into the BC Innovators Hall of Fame comes as he prepares to step down as Telus’s president and CEO on June 30.
