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The North Dakota Department of Commerce works to improve the quality of life for North Dakota citizens by leading efforts to attract, retain and expand wealth. Commerce serves businesses and communities statewide through committed people and partners who offer valuable programs and dynamic services.

Commerce assists our citizens to live, work, do business and play in North Dakota.

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A total of $2.9M of CDBG funding awarded to North Dakota communities

Jamestown awarded $1.6 million of CDBG funds to support senior apartments project utilizing existing infrastructure

North Dakota showcases Legendary holiday experiences

A total of $1.8M of CDBG funding awarded to North Dakota communities

Burgum, Sanford recognize 2022 Governor’s Main Street Awards recipients

Burgum, Workforce Development Council announce ND Works plan to help address workforce challenges

Burgum announces Placemaking Planning Grant recipients during 2022 Main Street ND Summit

Burgum announces Placemaking Planning Grant recipients during 2022 Main Street ND Summit

2022 North Dakota Governors Photo Contest winners announced

Four communities selected for Artists on Main Street

Main Street Initiative Vibrancy Grant application window opens tomorrow

North Dakota Development Fund approves $3.2M for Q3 2022

Experience Halloween chills and fun family thrills in North Dakota this October

Burgum leads trade and investment mission to Japan, promotes ND opportunities in meeting with JETRO

Commerce, AARP invites the public to a free winter placemaking workshop

Burgum, Main Street Initiative team attend Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians Main Street Visit in Belcourt

NDtourism.com recognized as “Outstanding Website” by the Web Marketing Association

Welcome the Colorful Days of Fall in North Dakota

Burgum, Main Street Initiative team to visit with the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians in Belcourt this week

2022 Main Street ND Summit agenda now available

Burgum appoints Economic Development Director Josh Teigen to be next state commerce commissioner

A total of $100K awarded to six recipients of the Main Street Tourism Outdoor Recreation Grant

LIFT Committee awards $600,000 to one company in August

2022 Main Street Awards recipients to be awarded grant funding

Main Street Initiative team to visit Park River next week

2022 Governor’s Photo Contest deadline drawing near

Commerce, AARP invite the public to a free community placemaking master class

LIFT Committee awards $1M to two companies in July

Governor seeks nominations for the 2022 Main Street Awards

Application window for the Artists on Main Street Program to open this month

Cooling assistance is available to help qualifying N.D. households beat the heat

North Dakota Development Fund approves $1.3M for Q2 2022

This Summer and Fall, Experience Authentic Native American Culture and History in North Dakota

Commerce announces Find the Good Life in North Dakota campaign

Applications are now open for the Main Street Tourism Outdoor Recreation Grant

EDA Public Space Initiative – Placemaking Planning Grant application window to open July 15

Commerce launches new digital media to celebrate 701 Day worldwide

Travel Channel host Anthony Melchiorri to speak at 2022 Main Street ND Summit

Commerce, RoleCall hosting webinar to introduce North Dakota’s comprehensive workforce initiative

Commerce announces opening of CDBG pre-application period

North Dakota Offers Adrenaline Pumping Pursuits This Summer

LIFT Committee awards $748K to one company in May

North Dakota road trip routes offer endless summer fun on a budget

Seven North Dakota communities to receive Main Street Initiative Partners in Planning Grant funding

Burgum, Main Street Initiative team visit Minot

2022 Governor’s Photo Contest introduces refreshed categories

Main Street Initiative team to visit Minot this week

Six North Dakota communities to receive Main Street Initiative Vibrancy Grant funding

North Dakota Tourism had record-breaking year in 2021

Governor’s Travel and Tourism Award winners announced

Kevin O’Leary, CEO and representatives of Bitzero visit North Dakota

New film featuring Theodore Roosevelt National Park released in conjunction with 75th Memorial Park anniversary

North Dakota Department of Commerce is now accepting applications for the Technical Skills Training Grant

Kick-Off Spring in North Dakota with Legendary Seasonal Experiences

Main Street Initiative kicks off new community outreach visits in Crosby

North Dakota Development Fund approves $3.34 million for Q1 2022

Grand Forks to host 2022 North Dakota Travel Industry Conference

LIFT Committee awards $1.5M to two companies in March

Commerce Renews Renaissance Zone for Mayville

North Dakota Boasts Dynamic Arts Scene from Museum Galleries to Roadside Sculptures

North Dakota Tourism releases new travel guide

LIFT Committee awards $750,000 to two companies in February

Four North Dakota towns perfect for a cozy winter getaway

North Dakota Department of Commerce is now accepting applications for Operation Intern

LIFT Committee awards $1.25 million to two companies in January

North Dakota Tourism cooperative opportunities benefit communities

North Dakota Development Fund approves $3.58 million for Q4 2021

Main Street Initiative Vibrancy Grant application window now open

Commercial Bee Supply launches new location in Hettinger

North Dakota Tourism and Marketing launches enhanced website

LIFT Committee awards $250,000 to Thaea LLC

Made in North Dakota makes the perfect gift

Commerce begins project to make North Dakota a national leader in talent attraction innovation and action

Commerce Renews Renaissance Zone for Velva

Commerce Renews Renaissance Zone for Underwood

LIFT Committee awards $750,000 to Access Point Technologies EP

Commerce Renews Renaissance Zone for Minot

Commerce Renews Renaissance Zone for Wishek

Honoring Native American Heritage Month in North Dakota

LIFT Committee awards $3.8 million to four companies

North Dakota Tourism’s expanded marketing programs create statewide impact

$1 million awarded to five projects supporting tourism

Transforming North Dakota to have the highest GDP per capita in the nation and beyond

Governor’s Choice awards recognize outstanding economic development in North Dakota

Burgum, Commerce announce ND Development Fund support for Cerilon to build $2.8B gas-to-liquids plant

North Dakota Development Fund approves $1.1 million for Q3 2021

2021 North Dakota Governors Photo Contest Winners

More than $7.5 million available to North Dakotans for weatherization, heating and cooling repair assistance

Burgum unveils Accelerate ND plan with strategic investment of federal funds, tax relief for citizens

Watford energy business trains displaced oilfield worker in height of pandemic with Technical Skills Training Grant: Funds remain available for more opportunities to continue building a skilled workforce

LIFT Committee awards $2.25 million in funding for September: $11.5 million remains available for additional applicants

North Dakota’s Border-to-border tour

BCDC hosts a creative placemaking workshop for Artists on Main Street Program

2021 Main Street Awards announced

LIFT Committee awards $1.25 million in funding for August

2021 Main Street ND Summit to focus on infrastructure, serve as one of the top annual networking events in the state

Explore North Dakota’s Hi-Line Highway

Commerce renews Renaissance Zone for Williston

Bowman County selected for Artists on Main Street

North Dakota State Commission on National and Community Service approves five projects, totaling $731,044 in AmeriCorps funding

Missouri River Valley and beyond

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