Access to Manitoban and North American Markets via Francophone Manitoba
Business Advantages of Manitoba
Manitoba benefits from one of the healthiest and most diversified economies in Canada. Its strong and regular growth, along with other equally important advantages such as low energy costs, a very competitive cost of living, a very attractive income tax system for businesses, and a qualified and vibrant labour force, allow Manitoba businesses to be extremely competitive in Canada and abroad.
Manitoba’s Business Advantages*:
- a productive, educated and multilingual labour force;
- a very favourable business environment in terms of cost – affordable offices and lots, affordable construction, reasonable taxes;
- electricity costs among the lowest in North America, with very reliable, renewable and environmentally friendly hydroelectric resources;
- an extensive and modern telecommunications network;
- a vast network of research and development facilities encouraging technological innovation and distribution;
- a practical geographical position in the heart of North America and in the central time zone;
- a cost-effective network of communication and intermodal facilities allowing delivery of merchandise by highway, railway, air or waterway;
- a very low cost of living providing among other benefits, some of the lowest auto insurance rates and gasoline taxes in Canada;
- reliable and accessible public services such as an excellent universal health care system and education system;
- safe communities, a vibrant artistic and cultural community, as well as easy access to Manitoba’s marvelous lakes and forests and wonderful natural environment – all these factors contribute to a remarkable quality of life.
To get more information about Manitoba, visit the Government of Manitoba’s official web site: http://www.gov.mb.ca
