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January 2019

News in Economic Development

for Thunder Bay

www.ThunderBayCEDC.ca

January 10th - The Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission (CEDC) released the 2019-2022 Strategic Action Plan - Mission Possible: Agents of Change.

Over 100 people attended the breakfast presentation at the Prince Arthur.

The plan can be viewed at: www.thunderbay.ca/en/reports-and-publications.aspx

Why Thunder Bay expats are coming home

For years, young people have been leaving for school and work. But the city’s employment landscape is changing — and former residents are heading back to be a part of it

Read the full article from TVO

Thunder Bay offers a wide variety of jobs, from entry level to executive management. Locals enjoy low commute times, low cost of living, incredibly beautiful landscapes and overall a lower stress lifestyle. Imagine how much time you would have with a 10 minute, stress free commute!

Due to its location, Thunder Bay is the hub of Ontario’s Northwest. Career opportunities exist in growth sectors including transportation, natural resources, mining, manufacturing, energy and aerospace. These industries employ administrative personnel, skilled trades and general labourers.

The demand for professional services and knowledge workers is also growing in the city, with firms actively seeking accountants, clerks, administrative personnel, IT and healthcare workers.

Work here, live here. Further your career (and have time for your other life) as you enjoy this vibrant city and its welcoming community. Go To Thunder Bay. For Life.

Visit our job seekers website for current job postings in Thunder Bay.

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Rahmath and her family came to Thunder Bay seven years ago... Her family has been taken with the city and appreciates the sense of connectedness in the community, especially at the market where everyone comes together to share their offerings, their talents, and their wares.

Read the full article: www.thewalleye.ca/category/current-issue/

"In 2015, the median earner in Thunder Bay actually made 5.7% more than their provincial counterpart, and almost 16% more than the median earner in Toronto".

Read the article at: www.thewalleye.ca/category/current-issue/

Visit our Business Events Calendar website for a full list of upcoming events!

Unexpected. Unparalleled.

This is Ontario's great Northwest…

through fresh eyes.

Go To Thunder Bay. For Life.

Explore our Go To Thunder Bay website to learn about the numerous employment and investment opportunities we have available for you.

CEDC Business Opportunities

Are you a Thunder Bay business owner looking to sell your business?

The Business Opportunities Site offers small business owners in Thunder Bay another option in selling their business. This site will assist in opening doors locally, provincially, nationally and internationally. We look forward to working with you.

Economic Snapshot

The Thunder Bay Economic Snapshot features demographic, statistics and economic information for the City of Thunder Bay.

The Economic Snapshot created by Townfolio, is a trusted community profile network used to access hard-to-find public data and discover local opportunities.