Vancouver Island & Gulf Islands

Misty Isles Economic Development Society (MIEDS) was formed after the initialing of the Land Use Plan. An economic development body representing the communities of Masset, Port Clements/"Wáan Kún/Gamadiis, Daajing Giids, Sandspit/K'il Kun, and Area D (rural Graham Island) became a necessity in order to be able to provide a coordinated effort between island communities to pursue joint economic development activities and to provide a vehicle to work with the Haida Nation and the councils of Skidegate and Old Massett. Economic development accords were signed by the communities and the Haida Nation, and represent shared economic development priorities that serve as our mandate in moving our island communities forward.

Campbell River Campus: 1685 South Dogwood Street, Campbell River, BC V9W 8C1

250-923-9785

Comox Valley Campus: 2300 Ryan Road, Courtenay, BC V9N 8N6

250-334-5037

Port Alberni Campus: 3699 Roger Street Port Alberni, BC  V9Y 8E3

250-724-8733

Mount Waddington Campus: Box 901 140 - 8950 Granville Street, Port Hardy, BC V0N 2P0

250-949-7912 ex.2811

NIEFS has provided work transition and employment support to over 3,000 people in the past year to assist them in finding employment, creating new work opportunities for themselves or to assist them in their relocation to work opportunities in other communities.

NIEFS is a community organization concerned about the changes taking place in our economy and how these changes affect peoples' access to employment and training.

Head Office: 920 Alder Street, Campbell River, BC V9W 2P8

250-286-3441 or 1-866-286-6788

info@niefs.net

Port Hardy: 129-8950 Granville Street Port Hardy, BC V0N 2P0

250-949-5736 or 1-877-949-5736

phinfo@niefs.net

The Nuu-chah-nulth Economic Development Corporation (NEDC) was incorporated in 1984 to assist the Nuu-chah-nulth to achieve economic and social independence through the contribution of financial assistance and advisory services to individual and tribal business development initiatives. The objectives of the Nuu-chah-nulth Economic Development Corporation (NEDC) are to promote and assist in the development and establishment of new and existing business enterprises both on & off reserve.

The Pender Island Chamber of Commerce provides support to local businesses on the Island through networking, membership, promotion and learning events. As a source of business information, the Chamber shares business contacts with new residents and entrepreneurs.

What is it about Sooke that makes it an outstanding location for investors, residents and visitors and distinguishes it from others? On Vancouver Island, near Victoria, the capital of British Columbia, Sooke is cradled by pristine evergreen hills and the Pacific Ocean. Excellent land and property values, a competent labour force and supreme tourism opportunities are all available. Whether you are considering relocating, expanding or starting a new business venture, Sooke is ripe for economic development. The business and investment opportunities are endless - from Tourism, Marine, Forestry, Industrial, Retail and Hi-Tech, Sooke is the place to start, expand and grow almost any business venture.

Thinking about opening a business or pursuing development opportunities in the Sooke Region? Find everything you need from housing price data, population trends, education, income and crime statistics, and much more here on Sooke's very own Townfolio.

• Grow household incomes, enabling families to live here comfortably
• Engage First Nations in self-directed economic development initiatives
• Increase the amount of provincial, federal and private funding locally invested 
• Build momentum for other economic development projects