CIHA wins national recognition for Eklutna Estates
Elder rental property garners attention for livability, quality design
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Krystal Liwanag wins June 2011 stock will prize
The winner for the April 2011 stock will participation prize is Krystal Liwanag. To be eligible for the monthly $200 prize drawings, shareholders must have ...
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Chugach to buy Fire Island wind power
First phase of project scheduled to be built, online in late 2012
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CIRI Golf Classic to take place Aug. 5
Supports Cook Inlet Native Head Start, Camp Fire USA
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A word from the president: CIRI Board election and a promising future
CIRI Board election and a promising future
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CIRI dividend news
CIRI will mail or directly deposit its second quarter 2011 dividend of $8.42 per share on June 30. Shareholders who own 100 shares of stock ...
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AIC improves Kotzebue’s Front Street
Project will stabilize shoreline, enhance street for locals and visitors
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Peak recognized for clean-up operations
Hard-to-reach North Slope oil field sites restored
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North Wind awarded contract from DOE Office of River Protection
North Wind to provide services for decommissioned nuclear production complex
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A word from the presidents: Alaskans need private energy investments, not state energy subsidies
Alaskans need private energy investments, not state energy subsidies
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CIRI Spotlight: Denise Morris
CIRI shareholder reflects on executive move to First Alaskans Institute
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CIRI’s Greg Razo joins committee to recruit young Alaska Native attorneys to judgeships
Alaska Supreme Court committee makes effort to increase diversity on the bench
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CITC’s Gloria O’Neill award UAA’s Alumni Humanitarian Award
UAA graduate recognized for contributions to community
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Joy Harjo is KNBA’s May artist-in-residence
Renowned musician, playwright and poet to collaborate on radio projects
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AKFAAST taking applications
SCF-sponsored camp for teens promotes first responder career opportunities
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Elizabeth Helen Dolchok wins May stock will prize
The winner for the May stock will participation prize is Elizabeth Helen Dolchok. To be eligible for the monthly $200 prize drawing, shareholders must have ...
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New restaurants coming to Tikahtnu Commons
Firetap Alehouse Restaurant and Qdoba Mexican Grill will build new restaurants at Tikahtnu Commons. The dining establishments will join Tikahtnu Commons’ Fruitland Fresh, International House ...
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Did you know?
Alaska Interstate Construction LLC (AIC) was awarded two Governor’s Safety Awards of Excellence at the 2011 Governor’s Safety and Health Conference in late March. AIC’s ...
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Peak moves Doyon drill rig for BP project
Peak Oilfield Service Co. (Peak) moved Doyon Drilling Inc.’s brand new drilling rig roughly 16 miles from Deadhorse to K-pad on April 5 for a ...
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Shareholder information meetings and 2011 Annual Meeting of Shareholders
Shareholder information meetings and 2011 Annual Meeting of Shareholders
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Former CIRI Director Clare Swan inducted into Alaska Women’s Hall of Fame
Swan recognized for commitment to Alaska Native issues
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CIRI volunteers!
Shareholders and the public are invited to take part in community activities
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Alaska Laborers provide career opportunities
Currently accepting applications for apprenticeship program
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In memoriam
On behalf of CIRI’s Board of Directors and staff, I express my sadness and sincere sympathy to the family of our long-time friend and former ...
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CLDC, Weidner buy Arizona property
CIRI Land Development Co. (CLDC) and Dean Weidner of Weidner Apartment Homes recently purchased The Peaks at Papago Park, a 768 apartment-unit complex, for $46 ...
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A word from the president: Let’s be careful about how we link ANCSA and SBA 8(a) business development program
Let's be careful about how we link ANCSA and SBA 8(a) business development program
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Career opportunities
Pacific Tower Properties Inc./PTP Management Inc (PTP), a CIRI subsidiary, is recruiting an Administrative Services Coordinator for a position located in Anchorage, Alaska. CIRI Alaska ...
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Our Business: Codexis announces progress in carbon capture science
Codexis, a California-based biotech company and CIRI investment, recently announced significant progress in developing commercial-scale carbon capture technology that will reduce carbon dioxide emissions from ...
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William Lee Nathaniel wins March stock will prize
The winner for the March 2011 stock will prize is William Lee Nathaniel. To be eligible for the $200 monthly prize drawings, shareholders must have ...
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SBA 8(a) reforms promote accountability, transparency
Key government contracting reforms proposed by CIRI, ASRC and Doyon adopted
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A word from the president: Have Alaskans lost their can-do attitude?
Have Alaskans lost their can-do attitude?
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Career opportunity
Pacific Tower Properties Inc./PTP Management Inc. (PTP), a CIRI subsidiary, is recruiting a Commercial Property Manager for a position located in Anchorage, Alaska. Visit CIRI’s ...
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TCF: Next grant deadline in March 31
The CIRI Foundation (TCF) supports original CIRI enrollees and their direct lineal descendants by providing financial aid awards for higher education and training opportunities. TCF ...
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Peak builds ice road for Kenai exploration
NordAq to explore long-term gas prospects on CIRI subsurface estate
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CIRI’s private equity portfolio, venture investments strong
CIRI's private equity portfolio, venture investments strong
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CIRI shareholder discount programs
CIRI shareholders, their spouses and children are eligible to receive a 30 percent shareholder discount with CIRI Alaska Tourism Corp. when booking a day cruise ...
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A word from the president: Alaska must improve urban and rural education options
Alaska must improve urban and rural education options
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2011 Elders’ payment schedule and direct deposit information
The trustees of the CIRI Elders’ Settlement Trust approved the 2011 distribution schedule for Elders’ payments in December 2010. The payments will occur in the ...
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Board write-in candidate information due Feb. 25
Shareholders interested in running for the CIRI Board of Directors as a write-in candidate – including those individuals not selected for the Board-recommended slate – ...
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CIRI shareholder tax information
CIRI has mailed IRS 1099 forms to all shareholders for the 2010 tax year. Some shareholders will receive a second 1099 form if they also ...
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CITC YouthBuild program to begin recruiting early February
Five-month program can transform lives
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ANHC opens Athabascan ceremonial house
Building is final village site revitalization project
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Download the 2011 CIRI calendar
Download the 2011 CIRI calendar for your mobile phone or desktop by visiting CIRI’s website.
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CIRI seeks to measure shareholder interest in genealogy
CIRI receives many inquiries for shareholder genealogical information, which it does not have. The Bureau of Indian Affairs conducted enrollment for the regional corporations formed ...
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Like CIRI on Facebook
Do you want to know the latest CIRI news, including employment opportunities and community events? “Like” CIRI on Facebook by visiting www.facebook.com/cirinews to stay in-the-know. ...
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PetSmart and Red Robin franchises open at Tikahtnu Commons
PetSmart and Red Robin have opened their doors at Tikahtnu Commons, a CIRI and Browman Development Co.-owned entertainment shopping district in east Anchorage. Tikahtnu Commons ...
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CLDC, Weidner Apartment Homes partner on four new projects
Weidner specializes in multi-family apartment rental housing
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Committee looks ahead to 40th anniversary of ANCSA
ANCSA @ 40 committee's goal is to educate and honor
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CIRI closures
CIRI will be closed in observance of the upcoming holidays: New Year’s Eve: Friday, Dec. 31, 2010New Year’s Day: Monday, Jan. 3, 2011
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North Wind Inc. pairs with company to combine expertise and technology
North Wind Inc. pairs with company to combine expertise and technology
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CIRI Nominating Committee seeks applicants for 2011 Board election
The CIRI Nominating Committee is seeking CIRI shareholders interested in being considered for nomination for the 2011 CIRI Board of Directors’ slate of candidates. Nominee ...
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2011 dividend payments
CIRI’s dividend policy states that the total CIRI dividend payment to shareholders in any given year is equal to 3.50 percent of the total shareholders’ ...
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Shareholders to receive 1099s for taxes in January
After Dec. 31, CIRI’s accounting and finance department will be able to determine the proper treatment of the various types of distributions CIRI made to ...
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CIRI Spotlight: Dick Weldin
CIRI shareholder's construction company distinguished by awards
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CIRI shareholder new president and CEO of First Alaskans Institute
Denise Morris helped advance Alaska Native Justice Center
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Choose Pick.Click.Give when you apply for your 2011 PFD
Three CIRI-founded nonprofits are participating
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CIRI Alaska Tourism Job Fair
CIRI Alaska Tourism will hold a job fair on Monday, Jan. 10, 2011, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The job fair will take place ...
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Calendar available
CIRI is distributing its annual calendar featuring original photography and design for use on mobile phones and desktops. Visit CIRI’s website download a calendar today!
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Fire Island Wind works to bring renewable power to Railbelt
Fire Island wind farm can be online October 2012
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CIRI, CITC receive U.S. Census award
Award recognizes those who help relay the importance of being counted
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North Wind Inc. remediates groundwater at former missile site
Project fine-tunes new technology to meet needs
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A word from the president: Reform 8(a) rules to save and improve the program
Reform 8(a) rules to save and improve the program
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CIRI to pay fourth quarter dividend, Elders’ payment
On Thursday, Dec. 9, CIRI will mail or direct deposit a fourth quarter 2010 dividend of $9.83 per share. Shareholders who own 100 shares of ...
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Alaska Interstate Construction LLC (AIC), a CIRI company, completed construction
Alaska Interstate Construction LLC (AIC), a CIRI company, completed construction of the Tanana River Bridge late summer 2010. AIC was commissioned by the State of ...
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Shareholder wins Governor’s Award for Arts and Humanities
CIRI shareholder and accomplished artist Lalla Williams (Sugpiaq) received a 2010 Governor’s Award for the Arts and Humanities on Oct. 21. The award was sponsored ...
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CIRI Shareholder of the Year: Mary Lou Bottorff
CIRI selected Mary Lou Bottorff as its 2010 Shareholder of the Year. CIRI President and Chief Executive Officer Margie Brown presented Bottorff with an award ...
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CIRI Spotlight: Dave Swenson
CIRI Shareholder's behind-the-scenes work provides important support
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Hamilton wins November Stock Will Prize
The winner for the November 2010 Stock Will participation prize is Sunni Dawn Hamilton. To be eligible for the monthly $200 prize drawings, shareholders must ...
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CITC’s Christmas Basket Program brings joy to families in need
Program gives holiday presents to local children
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Upcoming holiday bazaar features authentic Alaska Native-made gifts
Heritage Center bazaar free to the public
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North Wind Services wins competitive bid
CIRI subsidiary wins $14 million bid from Department of Energy
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Pacific Tower Properties welcomes new president
CIRI shareholder to head property management and brokerage company
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A word from the president: Fire Island wind poised to help resolve energy shortage
Fire Island wind poised to help resolve energy shortage
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CIRI shareholder Natalie Wood returns from Iraq tour
CIRI shareholder Natalie Wood returns from Iraq tour
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CIRI Spotlight: Lisa Dolchok
Traditional healer uses culture to promote health and wellness
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Carr wins October Stock Will prize
Mary Beth Carr won the October Stock Will participation prize. To be eligible for the monthly $200 prize drawings, shareholders must have a will disposing ...
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Southcentral Foundation to open new Valley Native Primary Care Center
Southcentral Foundation to open new Valley Native Primary Care Center
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CIRI development joins environmental stewardship with commercial value
Smartly designed green building in south Anchorage to house Doyon offices
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CIRI employee represents at U.S. international agility championships
Heidi Vania is first Alaskan to make the U.S. team in championship history
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Underground Coal Gasification: Test drilling confirms large commercial coal resource
Test drilling confirms large commercial coal resource
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Stop by CIRI booth at AFN Convention
CIRI invites you to visit its booth at the upcoming 2010 Alaska Federation of Natives (AFN) Annual Convention in Fairbanks Oct. 21-23. This year’s Convention ...
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Frisby wins September Stock Will Prize
Margaret Susan Frisby won the September 2010 Stock Will participation prize. To be eligible for the monthly $200 prize drawings, shareholders must have a will ...
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CIRI nonprofit affiliates to take part in 2010 AFN Conference
The Alaska Native Justice Center (ANJC) will be hosting a fundraising reception at the Fairbanks Princess Riverside Lodge on Friday, Oct. 22 from 5:30 to ...
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CIRI to send questionnaire to Elders for feedback
Fifteen years ago, CIRI’s Board of Directors created three Shareholder Participation Committees (SPCs) to improve communication between CIRI and its shareholders. The SPCs created and ...
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CIRI Spotlight: Dean Kvasnikoff
CIRI shareholder's hard work pays off in more ways than one
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Alaska Native Heritage Center’s High School Program helps youth reconnect
There is a place in Anchorage where Alaska Native teens can earn elective credit while reconnecting with their heritage. The Alaska Native Heritage Center (ANHC) ...
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Fire Island Wind energy project moving forward
Fire Island Wind LLC, a wholly owned CIRI subsidiary, is working to construct the Fire Island wind project and start generating power by late 2012. ...
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Help celebrate Alaska’s youth
Alaska nonprofit invites nominations to recognize outstanding youth
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CLDC plans to develop Fireweed Theater site
CIRI Land Development Company (CLDC) anticipates taking possession of the site of the former Fireweed Theater in midtown Anchorage from Regal Cinemas in late October. ...
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New AIC-constructed road opens in Anchorage
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Ave. expected to ease Tudor Road congestion
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A word from the president: Good corporate citizenship requires sustainable business practices
Good corporate citizenship requires sustainable business practices
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Gloria O’Neill to give keynote address at AFN
Gloria O’Neill, a CIRI shareholder and president and chief executive officer of CIRI-affiliated nonprofit Cook Inlet Tribal Council (CITC), will deliver this year’s keynote address ...
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Layland wins August Stock Will prize
Tasha Alexis Layland won the August 2010 Stock Will participation prize. To be eligible for the monthly $200 prize drawings, shareholders must have a will ...
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CIRI Spotlight: Tammy Ashley
CIRI shareholder works to inspire youth to fulfill their potential
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26th annual tournament supports Alaska education, youth
26th annual tournament supports Alaska education, youth
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Previously unseen Alaska Native artifacts displayed at Anchorage Museum
Alaska Natives helped Arctic Studies Center select, interpret Smithsonian pieces
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Cook Inlet Housing Authority celebrates opening of the Eklutna Estates
Nonprofit's Centennial Village grows to meet the housing needs of Alaskan seniors
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Employee picnic a resounding success
This year’s employee picnic was a resounding success! Our order of warm sunshine came through just in time! Congratulations to all the door prize winners ...
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Raven Runners compete in 2010 Alaska Run for Women
The Raven Runners, CIRI’s team for the 2010 Alaska Run for Women were part of a record number of entrants in this event. Over 7,100 ...
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CIRI, Eklutna project wins development award
Birchwood sand, gravel operations recognized for good environmental, economic impact
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CIRI, Alaska Earth Sciences hold UCG-related classes at Tyonek school
Program teaches K-8th grades about geology, extraction and energy development
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CIRI to pay third quarter dividend, Elders’ payment
CIRI will mail or direct deposit its third quarter 2010 dividend of $8.53 per share on Thursday, Sept. 30. Shareholders who own 100 shares of ...
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A word from the president: Learning from mistakes provides great opportunity
Learning from mistakes provides great opportunity
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CIRI employees volunteer at Muldoon Elementary
CIRI, Junior Achievement partner to teach financial literacy
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CIRI Spotlight: Mary Lou Bottorff
Digging up the past: shareholder turns passion for collecting into museum
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“Arts & Wonder” showcases Native artists, performers
Alaska Native Heritage Center, Target celebrate summer with intertribal gathering
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CIRI Foundation president appointed to regional education commission
Susan Anderson to serve on Western Interstate Commission on Higher Education
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Andrews winds July Stock Will prize
Jessica Emily Andrews won the July 2010 Stock Will participation prize. To be eligible for the monthly $200 prize drawings, shareholders must have a will ...
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Upcoming events at the Heritage Center
Kid’s Day – Aug. 2 World Music Celebration – Oct. 9 Intertribal Gathering – Nov. 13 Holiday Bazaar – Dec. 4 and 11 The Heritage ...
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Condolences
Polly Goozmer, 85 Polly Goozmer died Jan. 24 in Anchorage. Ms. Goozmer was born in Old Tyonek, Alaska. She is survived by her daughters, Barbara ...
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New Regal theater opens at Tikahtnu Commons
Regal Cinemas Tikahtnu Stadium 16 opens with digital projection, RealD 3D and Alaska's first IMAX
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Laurus Energy, CIRI form UCG joint venture
Stone Horn Ridge LLC will produce safe, responsible and environmentally sound energy
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A word from the president: ANCSA in action: Board elections, planning for the future
ANCSA in action: Board elections, planning for the future
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Governor signs renewable energy regulation bill
Senate Bill 277 reduces unnecessary bureaucratic hurdles for renewable energy projects
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Prosser wins June Stock Will prize
Loren William Prosser won the June 2010 Stock Will participation prize. To be eligible for the monthly $200 prize drawings, shareholders must have a will ...
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Alaska Native land claims defender passes
Stewart Udall remembered for Alaska "land freeze"
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CIRI holds Youth Vote program for descendants
CIRI again held a Youth Vote program to help CIRI descendants learn more about the company and its annual meeting voting process. Participants, who must ...
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