This year, Northern Development Initiative Trust is celebrating 20 years of supporting economic development in Northern B.C.
20-Year Celebration in Victoria
For the past two decades, Northern Development has been a driving force in economic development, supporting projects in business development, connectivity, transportation, agriculture, innovation and community resiliency. These initiatives have helped build a stronger, more sustainable North where communities can thrive.
“When I think about the legacy that the Trust is building, I am humbled by the ways we’re helping communities and organizations bring meaningful projects to life.”
— Ben Campbell, CEO, Northern Development Initiative Trust
During the Trust’s 20th anniversary celebration at the 2025 UBCM Convention in Victoria, more than a hundred partners, leaders and friends came together to commemorate this milestone. It was a proud moment to see how deeply Northern Development’s work has touched individuals, communities and industries throughout the region.
As we celebrate this milestone, we’re looking to the future with the same commitment that started it all, to strengthen Northern B.C. through partnership, collaboration and investment in meaningful projects.
Our impact. Their words.
Curious about the real-world impact of NDIT’s investments across northern BC? Hear directly from community leaders as they share how our funding helps residents, newcomers and essential professionals build their lives and careers in thriving northern communities.
PLAY: MAYOR GLADYS ATRILL’s video
What is the importance of rural economic development in your opnion?
PLAY: Ron BURLESON’s VIDEO
What makes development projects in Northern BC unique or special?
COMING SOON: BRODIE GUY’S VIDEO
Can you share a moment when you felt proud to be connected to the Trust?
PLAY: MAYOR ALLEN courtoreille’S VIDEO
How has NDIT’s funding contributed to the well-being of your community?
PLAY: MLA Rosalyn Bird’s video
Finish the sentence: Because of the Trust, our community is…
PLAY: MAYOR MAUREEN PINKNEY’S VIDEO
In what ways have you seen the Trust supporting rural economic development?
COMING SOON: Anne Yanciw’S VIDEO
What’s the first word that comes to mind when you think of the Trust?
[CLICK ME TO REVEAL] Snapshots from our 20th anniversary event in victoria
Photo credit: Tim West Photography
