Naache Commons
Dreamers and the Spirit of Naachine
Naache Commons represents a legacy development for Doig River First Nation as the first Urban Reserve called Gat Tah KwÄ…Ì‚ in Northeastern BC in the City of Fort St. John adjacent to Parkwood Southlands.
As a future neighbourhood centre, envisioned land use activities will result in a seamless transition between adjacent neighbourhoods that includes Parkwood Southlands, exemplify high quality development, feature Dane-zaa cultural elements and include environmentally sustainable features where appropriate.
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Naache Commons represents the Nation's return to their ancestral Fort St. John Beaver Band lands and a path forward towards financial self-sufficiency and prosperity.
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Naache Commons master planned mixed-use development includes gas station, car wash, restaurant, office space, commercial uses, multi-family residential and green space.
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8-Acres Urban Reserve
Retail/Commercial Space 61,000 sq ft
Shell Banner 5-Pump Gas Station
Car Wash
Multi-Family Residential (4-6 storeys)
6,000 Status Card users in the area
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Naache Commons legacy encourages economic prosperity, entrepreneurial spirit and a shared vision for the future.
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To learn more visit Dream at Naache Commons
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Empowering Business Owners
Experience Comfort, Uncover Connection
New, vibrant development vision will engage and activate borderline and adjacent neighbourhoods in dire need of convenient access to amenities as they represent largely under-serviced areas.
Easeful Accessibility
The West Bypass Road (116th Street), Parkwood Drive and Future Arterial Road/Highway 97 Intersection will support economic diversification and growth, enabling a seamless drive-ability to Naache Commons and Parkwood Southlands. These major arteries allow for unprecedented accessibility to thousands of households that live within a 20 minute radius.
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Speed to Market
Because of its location at Gat Tah KwÄ…Ì‚ has a simple, accelerated, and business friendly permitting process. This makes way for timely and cost effective planning and operations, welcoming any business format from startups to established organizations.
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Manageable Property Taxation
Property taxes for Gat Tah KwÄ…Ì‚ are more consistent given the nature of Doig River First Nation legislation and are therefore more predictable. This creates a competitive advantage for businesses and organizations reliant on flexibility and a birds-eye view for future planning.
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Safety
Public services for police and fire department are provided by the City.
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Supportive Guidance
Doig River First Nation citizens are supported as they navigate lease requirements to open their own business.
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Visit leasing at Naache Commons
Email leasing@dreamatnaache.com
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Demographic Stats
Naache Commons &
Parkwood Southlands
Total Under-served Population
4,500+ within 5-15 min
Population Projection
Naache Commons: 180-200 Residents
Parkwood Southlands: 10,200 Residents
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Traffic Volumes 2018
20,300 Annual Average Daily Traffic Hwy 97
2,750 West Bypass Road
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Projected Traffic Volumes
33,050 AADT Hwy 97
20,690 AADT Road A
6,520 West Bypass Road (116th Street)
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Highest Household Income in BC and 5th in Canada
Average Household Income $138,185
Average Median Age 31.4
Population 22,538
Primary Trade Area 75,000 includes FSJ
Secondary Trade Area North 4,500
7% population increase 2023 over 5-year period
6,000 Status Card users in the area
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Construction
Phase 1
Something sensational is coming!
Phase 1 Spring 2024
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Gas Station, C-Store, QSR, Office, Car Wash
17,000 sq ft
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An exciting shift for Northwest Fort St. John, which has been under-served in retail, office, food/grocery offerings and more.
With ongoing availability of Gat Tah KwÄ…Ì‚ employment opportunities, this is the beginning of something sensational!
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Naache Commons welcomes businesses and residents to adapt and thrive, signifying a major step towards the vision held for decades.
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To learn more: dreamatnaache.com
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