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Northern Development Initiative Trust Northern Development combines funding with smart thinking to help Northern B.C. thrive.

Northern Development Initiative Trust is an independent regional economic development corporation focused on stimulating economic growth and job creation in central and northern British Columbia. For information on funding programs and economic development in central and northern British Columbia, please visit: http://www.northerndevelopment.bc.ca/

What could $200,000 help your business accomplish? 💡New equipment? Greater productivity? An opportunity to diversify or ...
10/09/2026

What could $200,000 help your business accomplish? 💡

New equipment? Greater productivity? An opportunity to diversify or reach new markets?
If your Northern B.C. business is navigating tariff-related challenges, the Business Diversification and Sustainability program could help turn those next steps into reality.

Eligible businesses can access up to $200,000, covering 75% of eligible project costs.

⏰ Last call! Applications close October 15 at 4 p.m.

Explore the program and apply before the deadline:
northerndevelopment.bc.ca/business-diversification-sustainability/

🌲Looking to invest in your workforce?Intake two of the Forestry Training Fund is now open, providing up to $1M per busin...
10/07/2026

🌲Looking to invest in your workforce?

Intake two of the Forestry Training Fund is now open, providing up to $1M per business to support the recruitment, training and retention of workers in B.C.’s forestry sector. Funding may cover up to 85 per cent of eligible wage and training costs.

📅 Apply by October 23, 2026.

Have questions or thinking about applying? Join our virtual workshop:

💻 Thursday, October 8 | 1 p.m.

Register here:
northerndevelopment.bc.ca/canada-bc-workforce-tariff-response-forestry-grant/

10/05/2026

Looking into the Forestry Training Fund? Let’s talk details🌲

Whether you’re curious about the program or planning to submit an application, join us for a virtual workshop to learn more about the funding available, who can apply and what types of projects may be eligible.

💻 Thursday, October 8 | 1 p.m.

The Forestry Training Fund supports workforce needs in B.C.’s forestry sector, with eligible projects ranging from rapid retraining and skills bridging to short-term certifications and training for workers transitioning to new or emerging opportunities.

Hear directly from our team, bring your questions and leave with a better understanding of the program and whether the Forestry Training Fund could support your organization and its workers.

Register here:
northerndevelopment.bc.ca/forestry-training-fund/

In recognition of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Northern Development’s office will be closed on Septemb...
09/30/2026

In recognition of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Northern Development’s office will be closed on September 30.

Regular office hours will resume October 1.

Working at Northern Development has given Musfiq Tajwar a new perspective on the region he calls home🌲As a Partner Progr...
09/29/2026

Working at Northern Development has given Musfiq Tajwar a new perspective on the region he calls home🌲

As a Partner Programs Coordinator, Musfiq supports the Canada–B.C. Workforce Tariff Response – Forestry Grant, working with forestry companies and communities as they navigate a changing industry. Along the way, he’s gained an even greater appreciation for the people behind the sector and the resilience he sees across the North.

Meet Musfiq and learn more about the experiences shaping his work at Northern Development. 👇
https://www.northerndevelopment.bc.ca/newsletter/september-2026/ -the-team-musfiq-tajwar

📅 A few key funding dates are coming up!Whether you’re planning ahead or keeping track of current opportunities, here ar...
09/28/2026

📅 A few key funding dates are coming up!

Whether you’re planning ahead or keeping track of current opportunities, here are some important Northern Development funding dates to have on your radar:

• Grant Writing Support: November 1, 2026 – January 31, 2027
• Business Façade Improvement: October 1 – October 31, 2026
• Economic Development Capacity Building: November 1, 2026 – March 31, 2027
• Forestry Training Fund: Second intake September 14 – October 23, 2026
• Business Diversification and Sustainability: Applications close October 15, 2026

Visit our website to learn more about each program, eligibility and how to apply.
https://www.northerndevelopment.bc.ca/apply-for-funding/

Five site visits, a few thousand cattle and plenty of kilometres through the Peace🐄🌾Our team recently spent a few days o...
09/24/2026

Five site visits, a few thousand cattle and plenty of kilometres through the Peace🐄🌾

Our team recently spent a few days on the road visiting agricultural producers and seeing first-hand how BC Peace Agriculture Fund projects are taking shape across the region.

From cattle and community pastures to locally grown flowers, fertilizer infrastructure and fibre processing, each stop offered a first-hand look at how producers are investing in their operations and responding to the needs of agriculture in the region.

Read about the trip and meet some of the people behind the projects in this month’s newsletter 👇
www.northerndevelopment.bc.ca/newsletter/september-2026/

2026 funding for the Northern Industries Innovation Fund is fully allocated! 🎉This year’s funding will support projects ...
09/23/2026

2026 funding for the Northern Industries Innovation Fund is fully allocated! 🎉

This year’s funding will support projects that help Northern B.C. businesses explore new ideas, improve products and services, test innovative equipment and technologies and strengthen their competitiveness.

We’re looking forward to seeing what comes from this year’s projects!

NIIF will reopen for applications in January 2027.

To learn more about this business development program, visit our website!
www.northerndevelopment.bc.ca/northern-industries-innovation-fund/

On August 19, Elders, families, community members, project partners and friends gathered in Houston to celebrate a commu...
09/18/2026

On August 19, Elders, families, community members, project partners and friends gathered in Houston to celebrate a community vision years in the making. 🎉

Dze L K’ant Friendship Centre Society officially opened its new Houston Friendship Centre and Cub House Indigenous Childcare Centre with a day of ceremony, tours and celebration.

Northern Development contributed $500,000 toward the new Friendship Centre through the Northern Healthy Communities Fund.

Read more about the project in our September newsletter! 👇
https://www.northerndevelopment.bc.ca/newsletter/september-2026/

Photo Credit: Dze L K’ant Friendship Centre Society

Two days, a little friendly competition and a whole lot of fun around Prince George! 🎳🎨🪓Our team stepped away from the u...
09/17/2026

Two days, a little friendly competition and a whole lot of fun around Prince George! 🎳🎨🪓

Our team stepped away from the usual routine for our annual staff retreat, which took us all over town for pottery painting, axe throwing, bowling, mini golf, great food and an unforgettable Amazing Race.

A huge thank you to Three Mad Potters ,The Black Clover , Gameversepg , Jacks Coffee Co. , College of New Caledonia , Caledonia Nordic , Alpine Pub & Grill , Strike Zone and more for welcoming our crew and helping make the retreat such a fun couple of days!

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1268 5th Avenue # 301
Prince George, BC
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Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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+12505612525

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