DNA Database Project Helps Boost Thunder Bay's Economy

A DNA collection project for forensic testing is one of nine new business initiatives that will create jobs and strengthen the Thunder Bay economy.

With assistance from the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC), Lakehead University and Warnex PRO-DNA Services are developing the MitoNorth Database. The database will be used by law enforcement and legal professionals to prevent individuals from being falsely accused and help prosecute criminals.

The NOHFC is also helping three other businesses expand their operations:

• Cinevate Inc. is receiving $46,350 to add new products for the digital photography and video market;

• Digital Coaching Systems is receiving $35,000 to expand its web-based digital coaching database tool for athletes, coaches and sports organizations

• Ride Concepts Inc. is receiving $15,000 to develop a shock absorption system for motor cross motorcycles.

In addition, the NOHFC is providing $25,000 each to help five young entrepreneurs launch the following new ventures:

• Radiant Being Wellness Centre is a business that provides yoga classes, reiki massage, a sauna and chi machine treatments. The project will create one full time and two part time jobs;

• Santin Chiropractic is a new practice that will create three full time and one part time jobs;

• Renner-VFX is a business coordinating visual effects for films and commercials produced in the Thunder Bay area;

• Stellar Music Productions is a disc jockey business that will create five jobs;

• L.S.L. Construction is a general contracting company serving both residential and commercial clients. The project is creating one job immediately.

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