September 2, 2015 - In a News Released issued by the Ministry of Small Business and Red Tape Reduction today, the Nisga'a Nation was named one of 7 finalists for the 'Open For Business Awards'.

"Seven community finalists are int he running to win Open for Business Awards, which recognize municipalities and First Nations communities undertaking initiatives and partnerships to reduce the cost and complexity of doing business in British Columbia.

This year, submissions were received from all eight B.C. economic regions, including 14 new community applicants.  The finalists include Abbotsford, the City of Langley, the Nisga'a Nation, Prince Rupert, Sidney, Surrey, and the Tsawassen First Nation.

The communities who best demonstrate that they are operating within the spirit of the Small Business Accord will receive $10,000 each to support the growth and success of local small businesses.  Winners will be announced on Sept. 22, 2015, at the Union of British Columbia Municipalities annual conference in Vancouver."

Read the entire news release in the attached document.