After putting Barriere on the international map, initiating a number of investor tours of the area, and working with local business, Andrew Hayward, the area’s Economic Development Officer (EDO) for the past year and a half, is moving on to pursue private economic development interests.
A press release from the District of Barriere says, “The Council of the District of Barriere and the Directors (past and present) of the Thompson Nicola Regional District Area ‘0’ understand the importance of promoting their community to those looking for a place to expand or invest in new and existing business opportunities. They would all like to thank Mr. Hayward for his hard work and dedication and wish him the best in his future endeavors.”