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The Bristol Bay Economic Development Corporation (BBEDC) is dedicated to fostering economic growth and opportunities for residents of its member communities through the sustainable utilization of Bering Sea resources. With a variety of programs, including education, employment training, and fisheries support, BBEDC aims to empower local residents and enhance community well-being. BBEDC also facilitates initiatives such as the Permit Loan Program to assist fishermen in acquiring commercial fishing permits, and various grants for infrastructure and community development. By providing resources and training, BBEDC strengthens the economic foundation and sustainability of the Bristol Bay region. Generated from the website

Founded in 1972, Calista Corporation is the second largest of the 13 regional corporations formed under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act of 1971. It is a business corporation formed under state and federal laws, including the settlement act and its amendments. Under the Indian Self-Determination Act of 1974, P.L. 93.638, Calista is also designated as a minority-owned enterprise. Calista s land entitlement totals more than 6.5 million acres. The Calista land entitlement is located in two major river deltas, the Yukon and the Kuskokwim. Studies have shown that Calista lands have potential for oil and gas development. In addition, there are known occurrences of precious minerals, such as gold, silver, platinum and mercury, within the Calista region. The Calista region includes 56 villages, which incorporated into 45 individual ANCSA village corporations. The region originally enrolled more than 13,300 shareholders.