We focus on creating partnerships that contribute to sustainable economic and social development and are continually exploring new models of collaboration with our Indigenous and community partners
Growing up on the Western Coast of British Columbia, Shawn learned the industry of commercial fishing from a young age with his father. In 2004, Shawn and his wife moved to Prince Rupert, BC to start a family and operate a new venture with his father named “Ocean Star Charters”. As a father-son operated business, Ocean Star Charters proved to be very successful in the sports fishing charter industry from 2001 to 2023. In 2007, Shawn also founded a construction company, “Gutter Brothers”, which achieved Aboriginal Business of the Year in 2010. Shawn and his family moved back to the lower mainland in 2011, where they now reside on Tsawwassen First Nation Land. Gutter Brothers remains a thriving business and services many homes throughout the lower mainland. Shawn is an accomplished businessman and entrepreneur. Seeing an opportunity in the local construction market Shawn started Yáahl Construction with his childhood friend Mark Lavallee and Desmond Vernon. Combining Shawn’s business acumen and local community involvement with Mark and Desmond’s technical construction experience through Tom Wood Contracting, makes Yáahl Construction the ultimate indigenous partner.
We specialize in all aspects of concrete construction, offering end-to-end solutions from foundation to finish. Our services cater to both commercial and residential needs, and at Yáahl, we ensure both lasting and quality results. We also offer a wide range of specialized in house equipment for rent. Our inventory includes the latest machinery, hand picked to streamline your project.
A testament to our expertise in large-scale concrete construction, the Fleetwood Reservoir project involved intricate design and execution, showcasing our ability to handle complex structures with precision.
This project highlights our versatility in both construction and design. We successfully executed the construction demands of the UBC Recreation Center, ensuring both functionality and aesthetic appeal.
Demonstrating our commitment to the community, we’ve been involved in several housing projects. These initiatives showcase our ability to deliver quality construction while meeting the specific needs of community housing.
