LATEST NEWS

July 29

Nearly $1M in grant funding approved by Northern Development’s Board

Five economic development projects throughout Northern B.C. will receive the investments, benefitting people and communities.

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June 25

Chief Leah Stump appointed to Northern Development’s Board

Nazko First Nation Chief Leah Stump is the newest appointee to the Northern Development Board. She fills outgoing director Alison Hoskin’s role.

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May 12

Northern Development approves $1.2 million to catalyze seven community development projects

On April 30, the Northern Development Board of Directors approved $1,171,190 in grant funding for seven economic development projects throughout its service region. From Lytton First Nation in the south to Dawson Creek in the north, all the approved projects will support community resiliency through impactful funding.

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March 05

Ben Campbell appointed CEO by Northern Development’s Board of Directors

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December 03

Northern Development releases second update to digital State of the North

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October 17

Northern Development CEO Joel McKay announces resignation and new position with City of Quesnel

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"Since 2004, eight homes have been constructed by students on lots donated by the city of Fort St. John. These homes have all been sold and are occupied by local residents. Twenty-one of my former students are currently working in the community in construction jobs, eleven Residential Construction Program students have completed their level two before graduating from high school, and five students now have their Red Seal Certification."

Richard Koop, Instructor, Residential Construction Program, Northern Opportunities Program

McBride Develops An Interpretive Trail Network Along The Fraser River To Bolster Tourism And Local Amenities

Prior to this project, McBride was unable to issue additional building permits as it lacked the infrastructure to support additional wastewater treatment. With this new infrastructure and the resulting capacity to safely and responsibly discharge effluent to the Fraser River, McBride will be able to pursue new growth opportunities for…

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