Business

Savvy business people know that true success requires a perfect combination of very important elements – robust demand, affordable and efficient access to market and a stellar pool of human resources to draw upon. 

That’s why more and more savvy businesses are discovering the benefits of choosing Colchester. And why not? We’re not the only ones talking about our advantages. According to KPMG, Colchester is among Canada’s very best places in which to build and operate a business. 

Not only do we offer businesses a competitive operating environment, a young and vibrant workforce and access to domestic and international markets, the quality of life here in Truro:::Colchester is unparalleled. Explore our website, call a CoRDA representative, or visit Colchester. We can’t wait to tell you all about the opportunities. 

Economic Profile

Truro:::Colchester offers businesses a diversified economy. We feature a competitive mix of manufacturing, logistics, science and agri-tech research, education, civil service and retail tourism industries. Add to this one of the lowest operating costs in North America -not to mention our leading position among G7 countries – low tax rates and cost-of-living, a well-connected small urban zone, an idyllic lifestyle, and a community that enables success, and you begin to get a sense of the Truro:::Colchester advantage. To find labour market information, business statistics, and other profile information, visit the Regional Statistics section of this website

 

Cost Competitiveness

In terms of land, labour, construction, energy and transportation, the operational cost advantages for businesses located in Truro:::Colchester are significant.

Of all the clear advantages, perhaps the most important is our stable, cost competitive labour force made up of hard-working people with an optimistic vision of the future.

Let us further demonstrate how we can help you and your business enjoy prosperity in our community. Contact us to discuss all we have to offer.

Industry Sectors

Light Manufacturing

Truro:::Colchester is a strong player in manufacturing, hosting just under 10% of the Nova Scotia total manufacturing labour force. Sector strengths are animal food and dairy product manufacturing, wood product, plastic product and transportation equipment manufacturing.

Transportation/Distribution

Truro:::Colchester boasts a competitive advantage in the transportation and warehousing sector, claiming just under 8% of the NS total labour force.

Agri-tech

The agriculture bio-science sector is growing rapidly in Truro:::Colchester. This is due to our rich agriculture history, the commercialization of research at the Nova Scotia Agriculture College and the work of the Atlantic Bio-Venture centre.

The Atlantic BioVenture Centre (ABVC) was established in 2005 as a division of AgriTECH Park in Truro, Nova Scotia. AgriTECH Park is a wing of the Nova Scotia Agricultural College that supports the growth and development of promising new Bio-Science projects. The Atlantic BioVenture Centre works with both primary and processing sectors on Bio-Resource value-chain developments and technology transfer. Based on a Development Requiring Research Philosophy, the Centre is leading Atlantic agri-food and aqua-food producers towards the renewable “Bio-Based” economy.

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Sector Council Links

Association of Nova Scotia Land Surveyors www.ansls.ca ,Atlantic Concrete Association www.atlanticconcrete.com Canadian Green Building Council For information on LEED buildings www.cagbc.ca Construction Association of Nova Scotia – Dartmouth Available 24 hours a day for members (902) 468-2267 e-mail: [email protected] www.cans.ns.ca Construction Specifications Canada (Atlantic Chapter) www.cscatlantic.com Consulting Engineers of Nova Scotia www.cens.org Engineers Nova Scotia The Association of Professional Engineers of Nova Scotia www.engineersnovascotia.ca Nova Scotia Construction Sector Council www.constructioncouncil.ns.ca Nova Scotia Association of Realtors www.nsar-mls.ca Aerospace and Defence Industries Association of Nova Scotia www.adians.ca