President's Bio

"Work at your goals and they will become a reality. Make sure you have a solid plan and don’t give up. If you get turned down once keep trying, something will work out. Patience is key." - Ryan Bignucolo 2002

Ryan Bignucolo, Owner and President of Northern Haul Contracting (NHC) is a man who believes in expanding' his business' portfolio. From a humble beginning of one logging truck, today, his company offers a wide range of qualified services, allowing him to employ over 40 people. NHC has become the largest contractor in the Chapleau area.

His most recent accomplishment is being voted Vice President of the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs (OFSC). This position combines two of Ryan’s passions; the love of the outdoors and the passion to see Chapleau and Northern Ontario succeed. These passions are evident through the numerous 1200km plus round trips to attend OFSC meetings. Ryan also currently sits on numerous boards and advisory panels.

Even after taking a one-year program in accounting and business management at Lambton College in Sarnia, Ryan strives to continually improve. He has taken numerous safety courses and mechanical courses as well as CPR and First Aid training. He is also a “Train the Trainer” Instructor for Common Core.

Board Memberships & Community Involvement:

• Vice-President of the OFSC (Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs).
• Chairman - CDAC (Chapleau District Advisory Committee to the Ministry of Natural Resources)
• District Governor - TATA (Timiskaming Abitibi Trail Association)
• District 14 Governor - OFSC
• Director and former President of Chapleau Arctic Watershed Snowmobile Club
• President - Chapleau ATV Club
• Secretary Treasurer - ON Trail (Provincial body for ATVs)
• Director – Ontario Federation of All Terrain Vehicle Clubs (OFATV)
• Member - PAG (Public Advisory Group to Weyerhaeuser) representing both recreational & contractor interests
• Member - LCC (Local Citizen’s Committee to the Superior Forest)
• Youth Driver Trainer - OFSC