The 30th annual Northwestern Ontario Regional Conference is set for Sept. 27-28 at the Victoria Inn in Thunder Bay.

The event, which dovetails on the Prosperity Northwest conference, will attract municipal leaders, business representatives and economic development officials from across the region.

The event is co-hosted by the Northwestern Ontario Municipal Association, the Northwestern Ontario Associated Chambers of Commerce, the Northwestern Ontario Development Network, and Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing.

This year's theme, “Ready to Grow,” focuses on where the northwest stands in its preparations for coming mine developments.

Schedule speakers and topics will revolve around opportunities and challenges in the mining industry and workforce planning.

Nishnawbe Aski Nation Grand Chief Harvey Yesno and Keith McCullough of Hedgeye Risk Management are among the speakers who will share their views.

For details, go online at www.noma.on.ca.