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If you are looking for the ideal place to start or expand your business, Dawson Creek is the place to be! This youthful and vibrant community is strategically located in the centre of the Peace Region. Dawson Creek is the natural transportation centre for the entire Peace and Northern British Columbia.

The City of Dawson Creek has an "Open for Business" attitude. This attitude resonates throughout the business community making Dawson Creek not only the place to do business, but to live as well. This business-minded community has a diverse economy relying on agriculture, oil and gas, forestry, and tourism. The business community is compromised of a stable and natural mix of entrepreneurs. Over the past three years, Dawson Creek has seen over $72 million dollars worth of growth; a remarkable feat for a community of 12,500. With such success and prosperity, it is no wonder why Dawson Creek is called the Capital of the Peace.

"Open for business" - these are the signs which welcome people to Dawson Creek. City Council contiunes to work in conjunction with the Chamber of Commerce and the community, which has shown proven growth in the economic sector and balance in the quality of life for residents and their families. For several years, the municipal tax rate has not increased. Dawson Creek's progressive leadership, low property costs and positive business climate complemented by the skilled labour force and training opportunities make the City an ideal location for your business.

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If you wish to receive an economic development package please email your request to Elaine Peterson, Council & Community Liaison at epeterson@dawsoncreek.ca or call (250)784-3655.

Northern Development Initiative Trust

The Northern Development Initiative Trust (Northern Trust) was established in October 2004 through an act of legislation passed by the current Liberal government of BC.  Initially infused with two deposits totaling $185 million, it is an economic development funding corporation for central and northern British Columbia. The Northern Trust operates independently from government and provides the funding and ability to identify and pursue new opportunities for stimulating economic growth and job creation.  The Northern Trust mandate is to be a catalyst for strategic economic development at the local and regional levels to achieve its mission of helping northern BC communities create and sustain world-class industries and diversified economies.

The Northern Trust covers approximately 70% of the Province, which includes communities from the south at Lytton to the north at Fort Nelson, and from the east at Valemount to the west at the Queen Charlotte Islands.  The Northern Trust currently offers three funding programs in both grant and loan forms - the Regional Development Program, the Cross Regional Program, and the Pine Beetle Recovery Program.  These programs are available to local governments, First Nations, and not-for-profit agencies for projects that are implemented within the Trust area.  Each project must demonstrate measurable economic benefits such as job creation and increased revenues/sales.  The Northern Trust is managed by a 13-member Board of Directors, and an executive staff of five located in Prince George.

Dawson Creek & District Chamber of Commerce

Northern Development Initiative Trust

South Peace Economic Development Commission

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