Investing
Anyone who has been involved in the community economic development sector or has witnessed its evolution over the last four decades can’t help but being saddened by the recent developments with Shorebank of Chicago.
Wholly owned and operated by a First Nation, the 2.1MW Atlin hydro plant is a perfect example of how water power can be environmentally beneficial and socially responsible, writes Lara Taylor in Water Power
First Nations are in a strong position to negotiate equity investments in run-of-river power projects in their traditional territories, says consultant Pieter van Gils.
Courtenay Classic Printers
Kathy McIntyre, owner of Courtenay Classic Printers, with her new a state-of-the-art digital printer, a Ryobi Press 3404E/DI.client name:Courtenay Classic PrintersWith a loan from Ecotrust Canada Capital and Community Futures, Courtenay Classic Printers has bought a new full-colour digital offset press that will bring a needed service to the North Island.
Woodland Flooringclient name:Woodland Flooringvideo:Steve and Teresa Roscoe have positioned their wood-flooring company at the cutting edge of the market supplying the emerging green building movement in North America.
John and Mary Wyse
Wys-480.jpgclient name:John and Mary WyseOysters to dye for? Not exactly, but John and Mary Wyse have built a successful shellfish business and hair salon from their home on the Snuneymuxw First Nation Reserve.
Stephanie Strom, The New York Times, May 6, 2007
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