North Thompson band develops helicopter skiing opportunities

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An agreement was signed between the North Thompson Indian Band and Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing during a ceremony in December.

The memorandum of understanding commits the two parties to "jointly contribute to and participate in the development of the long term stability of the regional and local economy, specifically within the eco-tourism industry."

"Concern for ensuring the integrity of the environment and the utilization of natural renewable resources at a sustainable level are a shared objective," the agreement also states.

North Thompson Indian Band Chief Nathan Matthew, Elders and council members, along with Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing chairman Mike Wiegele, Kamloops and North Thompson MLA Kevin Krueger, Thompson-Nicola regional district director Steve Quinn attended the signing ceremony. Members of the Blue River and area community were in attendance at the Thunder Ridge Centre at the resort.