As a regional hub with both a world-class port and multiple cruise ships arriving every week during tourism season, Prince Rupert boasts countless entrepreneurial opportunities. A surprisingly cosmopolitan city, Prince Rupert has incomparable access to nature both on land and water. And with reports showing an expected influx of over 1000 new jobs in the next 10 years, Prince Rupert is the fastest growing port in North America.

Contacts

City of Prince Rupert

The City of Prince Rupert strives to provide assistance for business start-up, expansion or relocation to Prince Rupert.

Paul Vendittelli
Director of Economic Development & Transportation

250-627-5138

paul.vendittelli@princerupert.ca

WEBSITE

Metlakatla Development Corporation

The Metlakatla Development Corporation (MDC) – the business arm of the Metlakatla First Nation – is an active participant in economic development opportunities throughout the Prince Rupert area and has partnered with several local and regional businesses to develop successful ventures in areas ranging from transportation to heavy construction to tourism.

Ryan Leighton
Director of Operations

250-622-8067

MDC.COO@metlakatla.ca

WEBSITE

Lax Kw'alaams Business Development LP

Lax Kw’alaams Business Development LP works to enhance the quality of life for all of the members of the Lax Kw’alaams Band by forging partnerships that build an environmentally, socially, and economically sustainable future.

Carl Sampson
Chief Operating Officer

250-627-5733

carl.sampson@laxbdl.com

WEBSITE

Gitga’at Development Corporation

Gitga'at Development Co. forges relationships with governments, partners, and members to create projects and businesses that deliver clear economic benefits, including meaningful employment to the community.

Joe Bevan
Chief Executive Officer

250-624-9878

joe@gitgaatdevco.com

WEBSITE

Gitxaała Enterprises Corporation

GITXAAŁA ENTERPRISES CORPORATION (GECO) contributes to the overall growth and sustainability of the Gitxaała Nation community by working with local businesses and industry partners.

Michael Uehara
Chief Executive Officer

ceo@gitxaałaenterprises.com

WEBSITE

Gitmaxmak’ay Nisga’a Society

Delivering programs & services to Nisga'a citizens in Prince Rupert & Port Edward on behalf of Nisga'a Lisims Government.


250-627-1595

info@gitmaxmakay.ca

WEBSITE

Gingolx Economic Development

The Gingolx Economic Development department’s goal is to support economic self-sufficiency and prosperity in our community.

Melanie Doolan
Finance & Economic Development Manager

250-326-4212

economic.development@gingolx.net

Tribal Resources Investment Corporation (TRICORP)

Owned by 5 First Nations and based in Prince Rupert, TRICORP’s experienced team of Indigenous administrators support and lead innovative initiatives and partnerships that are building towards our vision of First Nations economic self-reliance.

Jacquie Ridley
Chief Executive Officer

250-624-3535

tricorp@citywest.ca

WEBSITE

Potential Development Sectors

Port

Two world-class ports with access to international shipping routes, both also with industrial rail connection to mainland North America.

Fishing

All five species of salmon are indigenous to our coastal waters, plus various finfish, crab, prawns and many other shellfish.

Tourism

A huge contributor to the local economy, both domestic and international tourists continue to flock to the beautiful Northwest.