IPPBC Welcomes Paul Kariya as New Executive Director

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, Oct 29 (MARKET WIRE) --
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The Independent Power Producers Association of B.C. ("IPPBC") has
appointed Dr. Paul Kariya as Executive Director.

"We are delighted to have been able to attract someone of Paul Kariya's
calibre to this position," said Harvie Campbell, Chair of the IPPBC. "Dr.
Kariya's background and experience in managing complex issues and in
dealing with governments and stakeholder groups will be real assets to
the independent power industry in this province."

"The credibility that Paul Kariya brings to this position will help the
industry work more effectively with First Nations, environmental groups,
the media, and others," said Campbell.

Most recently, Dr. Paul Kariya has been teaching Leadership in the
Graduate School at Trinity Western University. He served as executive
director of the Pacific Salmon Foundation from 2002 to 2008, chief
executive officer of Fisheries Renewal BC from 1998 to 2001; and
executive director of the BC Treaty Commission from 1994 to 1998. Kariya
also served in various positions with the federal government from 1979 to
1994, primarily in the departments of Fisheries and Oceans and Indian and
Northern Affairs. He has a BA from the University of B.C. and
post-graduate degrees from Clark University.

"This is an exciting time for all who want to help society shift to
increased reliance upon clean power sources and greater conservation
efforts in B.C.," said Paul Kariya. "There are numerous challenges but
also tremendous opportunities here. The provincial government is
committed to growing the industry, First Nations are interested in
business partnerships and the public is keen for positive dialogue on
subjects such as alternative energy sources, sustainability and a healthy
environment. I look forward to contributing to the growth of the
independent power sector in British Columbia."

The Independent Power Producers Association of B.C. represents 320
project developers and service providers in the power generation sector
in the province. The role of IPPBC is to support the development and
continued viability of an independent power industry. The association
serves the public interest by providing cost-effective electricity though
the responsible development of generation resources in order to help meet
the goals of provincial self-sufficiency by 2016.

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Contacts:
Independent Power Producers Association of B.C.
Harvie Campbell
Chair, IPPBC
(778) 945-1002

Independent Power Producers Association of B.C.
Paul Kariya
Executive Director, IPPBC
(604) 818-1827
www.ippbc.com

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