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May 28

Northern Development Announces Appointment of Board Members

PRINCE GEORGE, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA — May 27, 2008 — Chair Bruce Sutherland announced today the appointment of two new members, and the re-appointment of two current members, to the Board of Directors of the Northern Development Initiative Trust. Northern Development is managed by a board of thirteen directors of which eight are elected officials and five are business leaders appointed by the Government of British Columbia.  The new Provincial board member appointees include Michael John Tarr of Prince Rupert …

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March 29

Northern Development Supports the Northwest Power Line Study

The Mining Association together with the Northern Development Initiative Trust today confirmed that a study has been commissioned looking into the economic viability of the Northwest Power Line along Highway 37 in north western British Columbia. “There is a strong and growing consensus among community leaders in the Northwest about the long term need and benefit of a power line along highway 37,” said Mining Association of British Columbia Chairman Pierre Lebel.  “Documenting the presence of existing and potential development …

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Northern Development Initiative Trust
hollyp@northerndevelopment.bc.ca

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"Our remoteness and inclement weather affects everyone. Having a year round, indoor facility, will provide everyone with a safe and warm environment in which to meet socially and enhance their physical fitness. A year round arena will have a broad impact on the community as a whole, providing all residents with a social centre or focal point."

Annita McPhee, Chair, Tahltan Central Council

Dease Lake Residents Develop the Stikine Region's First Indoor Arena

Extending the Dease Lake Recreation Centre Society Arena use has had a significant impact on the community and region as a whole and has brought numerous economic benefits to Dease Lake and the Stikine Region. Now residents can recreate in an indoor facility where a multitude of winter physical activities…

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