Resources
The Community Development and Planning Department (CD&P) of the NRRM is a great resource for the business community in our region. We work in partnership with the Chamber of Commerce, local business, provincial agencies, and other organizations to host events and workshops that are beneficial to the local business community. If you have an idea for Business Breakfast workshops, tradeshow opportunities, or something completely different, please let us know.In the past we have organized both independently and with our partners the following events:
- "Adjusting to Change through Entrepreneurship" with Community Futures and the Chamber (2008)
- "Meeting Green" Business Breakfast Workshop in conjunction with Footprint Management and the Chamber (fall 2008)
- The "Horn River Basin Economic Development Symposium - Getting it Right"with many industry and local partners (fall 2008)
- "Procurement Workshop" with ExxonMobile and the Chamber (2008)
- "Horn River Update" with the 11 companies of the Horn River Producers Group, the Chamber, Overwaitea, and the Fort Hotel (spring 2009)
Tradeshows and Advocacy
The CD&P Department works to ensure that the interests of Businesses in the NRRM are represented at important tradeshows and other gatherings. Following is a brief list of the shows and meetings we regularly attend:- BC Hunting and Sportsman's Show, Abbotsford BC. (annual)
- BC Service Sector Tradeshow, Calgary, AB (annual)
- Service Sector Advisory Committee (organized by the Ministry of Energy, Mines, and Petroleum Resources)
- The Horn River Basin Report Cards are also a product of co-operation between the NRRM, SSAC, and MEMPR.
Other Resources
There are a number of resources for businesses in Fort Nelson. Following is a brief listing. As any business, you will need to obtain a business license from the Northern Rockies Regional Municipality. This is to ensure that your premise is suitable for the business that you propose. You can go to our Business License section for more information.
SmallBusinessBC is the first stop that we recommend those who wish to start their own business. If you're not online, their toll-free number is 1-800-667-2272.
The Chamber, as its known, is a great resource for new businesses. Chamber membership will assist you with a group health plan, is a great place to network with other businesses to take advantage of new opportunities, and will also refer calls to their offices to you! Phone (250) 774-2956.
Community Futures
Community Futures is a unique organization that can help with small business startup financing, offer advice, and give tips for your success. Feel free to go to their website or to call (250) 782-8748.
The Business Development Bank (BDC) is also a great resource for start-up businesses that don't match the criteria set out by traditional banks. Click the link or give us a call here to put you in touch with the local representative.
EnergyServiceBC operates a "Procurement Office" in Fort Nelson. The purpose of this office is to foster contacts between the local service sector and the companies that comprise the Horn River Basin Producers Group: Apache, ConocoPhillips, Devon, EnCana, EOG, Imperial/Exxon, Nexen, Pengrowth/Resource, PetroCanada, Quicksilver, and Stone Mountain Resources.
The Family Friendly Initiative is a national program funded by the Government of Canada's Social Development Partnerships Program. The initiative has developed a toolkit to assist businesses and non-profit organizations create healthy and supportive work environment and family friendly facilities.
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