Wells – Northern Development Initiative Trust has approved $30,000 in funding for the District of Wells to begin improvements on the Wells Community building. This project will include repairing old plumbing, modifying existing rooms, replacing end windows, and retrofitting existing lighting with energy efficient lighting. These upgrades could increase the value of the building, help attract new residents by making Wells a more attractive community, create a number of indirect full-time jobs, increase tourism, and ensure that residents continue to …
Read MoreQuesnel – Northern Development has approved $9,448 in funding for the Northern Strike Paintball Association to build two speedball paintball fields in Quesnel. The proposed project includes leveling a 400’ x 150’ playing field, removing stumps and clearing brush left from a logging operation. The Northern Strike Paintball Association hosts numerous tournaments and events throughout the year and attracts paintball enthusiasts and competitive teams from throughout British Columbia. The addition of speedball fields is designed to compliment and enhance the …
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Director, Communications and Marketing
Northern Development Initiative Trust
hollyp@northerndevelopment.bc.ca
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Emily Colombo, Economic Development Officer, Fort St. JamesThe District of Fort St. James has dedicated a wide range of resources and investment in improving the community to attract tourism and to encourage tourists to lengthen their stays in Fort St. James. A major missing piece of the puzzle in developing a stronger tourism sector in Fort St.…
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