FortisBC Muskwa River Crossing
The Chamber participated in the BCUC Streamlined Review Process held Friday, January 24, 2014.
Approval was given for FortisBC to construct a pipeline across the Muskwa River using the HDD methodology. Construction is expected to be completed by early May 2014.
Completion of the project is expected to increase residential rates by approximately 6%.
Commissions Decision can be viewed here
All public documentation can also be viewed here
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Business Facade Improvement Program
Northern Rockies Regional Municipality & NDIT
The NRRM has announced the approval of a Grant Funding Program to facilitate improvements to business facades. The program can provide grants for up to 50% of a projects cost to a maximum of $5000 per business. Projects must have a minimum projected cost of $2000. Grant funding will be distributed on a first come first serve basis with preference given to small locally owned business. Applications accepted Feb 1 - April 1
For more information click here
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NRRM Council Updates
Council meeting Jan 27, 2014
Agendas and minutes can be found on the