Strong economy

Stronger communities

Our Economic Trust supports communities in the BC Southern Interior to grow and diversify their economy.

Through the grant funding, resources and training we provide, we foster collaboration and connections with the region’s local governments, First nations, economic development practitioners, non-profit business support organizations, industry groups and post-secondary institutions to help:

  • Build the region’s economic development capacity
  • Support local businesses with our community partners
  • Encourage entrepreneurship and job creation
  • Innovate and promote sustainability in key sectors

We invest in projects that

  • create and maintain employment
  • improve business performance
  • leverage partnerships
  • foster collaboration

2024-27 Strategic Pillars