Economic Development
In partnership with other aboriginal, non-aboriginal and government agencies, PIBDC is committed to
build on community strengths and create employment for aboriginal people by economic development,
community capacity building, attracting new business and investment, expanding existing businesses,
and training and supporting band member entrepreneurs.
- PIBDC is the principle economic development, marketing and promotional organization for the Penticton Indian Band.
- PIBDC is the Business Investment Vehicle for the Penticton Indian Band.
- PIBDC pursues business joint ventures and investment opportunities on behalf of Penticton Indian Band community and stakeholders, that meet the established Investment Criteria developed by PIBDC.
- Acts as a central and first of contact for PIB Business Resources and referral center
- Attracts new on-reserve businesses
- Assists Band members in business start-ups and growth
- Provides hands-on workshops and training along with one-on-one business advice
- Acts as an intermediary between businesses and Chief and Council
- Prepares and distributes financial and technical submissions, applications, reports and conducts research
- Provides business and technical material
- Promote the community through marketing and business management
We invite any business with a well thought out business plan to come and talk with to explore the opportunities and possible joint ventures.