Supporting Population Growth in Chipman
News release
March 12, 2019 – Chipman, NB – Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
Immigration is key to building strong communities in Atlantic Canada. Immigrants complement the Atlantic Canadian skilled workforce and strengthen the cultural diversity of our cities. Attracting skilled workers from other countries plays a significant role in supporting economic development and growth.
The Village of Chipman is working to develop a plan that will help revitalize the community. The plan will focus on creating initiatives to attract and retain new residents, identify ways to promote local entrepreneurs, and look at new ways to enhance tourism in the area. Collectively, these initiatives will improve the outlook of the community by providing multiple opportunities for economic growth in the region, in addition to supporting the employment needs of established businesses in the village.
The Government of Canada, through the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) is providing a non-repayable contribution of $60,000 to assist with this project.
Pat Finnigan, Member of Parliament for Miramichi-Grand Lake, on behalf of the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development and Minister responsible for ACOA, made the announcement today.
The Government of Canada is making smart investments that will attract highly skilled newcomers, helping entrepreneurs who are struggling to find these skill sets locally. This will enable them to take advantage of emerging opportunities and grow their businesses and the economy as a whole. Support for this project is one way the Government of Canada is working to achieve its Atlantic Growth Strategy outcome of long-term economic prosperity in the region.
Quotes
“The Government of Canada is committed to supporting economic prosperity in Atlantic Canada. By helping employers fill vacancies with skilled workers they cannot find locally, our government is helping businesses grow and creating more opportunities for employment and for the region’s future prosperity. Through the Atlantic Growth Strategy, ACOA is working closely with other federal departments and the four Atlantic Provinces to build vibrant communities for Atlantic Canadians now and for generations to come.”
- The Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development and Minister responsible for ACOA
“I am pleased that the Government of Canada, through ACOA, is supporting the Village of Chipman in its efforts to attract and retain newcomers, support entrepreneurs, and identify new tourism opportunities. This region has much to offer to locals and newcomers alike. By investing in the strengths of this community, we can build a strong and prosperous region for decades to come.”
- Pat Finnigan, Member of Parliament for Miramichi-Grand Lake
“The Village of Chipman has embarked on a journey of renewal and revitalization since 2016. Many local volunteers have joined our Village Council in developing a Strategy Map that helps make our community a more inclusive, welcoming and vibrant community. We look forward to reversing our demographic challenges, and welcoming newcomers through our Newcomers Settlement Program and the Atlantic Immigration Program.”
- Carson Atkinson, Mayor, Village of Chipman
Quick facts
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The Government of Canada is contributing a non-repayable contribution of $60,000 for population growth initiatives through ACOA’s Business Development Program (BDP).
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The development of a skilled workforce, through measures including making Atlantic Canada a destination of choice for immigrants, is one of the five priorities of the Government of Canada’s Atlantic Growth Strategy.
Contacts
Ann Kenney
Senior Communications Officer
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
506-452-3687
Michelle Dickinson
Village Clerk
Village of Chipman
506-339-6601