LATEST NEWS

August 04

Northern Development approves just over $1 million for five worthy projects in Northern B.C.

Recipients include: Xat’sull First Nation, Fort St. John Seed Cleaning Cooperative Association, Village of Fraser Lake, Village of McBride and Trinity Downtown.

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June 08

Duo of agricultural associations to receive $1 million in grants through one-time funding stream

Sophisticated technology and equipment will be installed in the Peace Region through two recently approved projects.

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May 12

Northern Development approves over $1.3 million in grant funding for six economic development projects

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April 22

$400,976 in grant funding approved for 19 projects through PACF

Over $400,000 in funding approved to benefit 19 organizations who contribute to the agricultural industry in the Peace Region through the BC Hydro Peace Agricultural Compensation Fund.

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April 06

2021 State of the North Economic Report released

The 2021 State of the North Economic Report highlights the economy in year two of the pandemic and how Northern B.C.’s key industries fared.

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March 16

More supports on the way for northern B.C. communities

Over $900,000 in grant funding is announced through the Northern Healthy Communities Fund.

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"These airport improvements help ensure Smithers has the up-to-date infrastructure necessary to support the mining industry's heavy investment in the region - the runway extension at the airport also opens the door to future jet service for Smithers."

Cress Farrow, former Mayor, Town of Smithers

Smithers Airport Runway Extension Positions Bulkley Valley For A Regular Commuter Jet Service

The improvements made to the Smithers Airport runway have provided a great opportunity for expansion of the northwest economy, as these enhancements have allowed increased industrial and commercial air traffic to the region. This expansion project has been a welcome initiative as it has increased the potential for economic growth…

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