Spot Light
Highlighting and Supporting our Own
Manufacturing within Sault Ste. Marie serves a vital role in the growth and prosperity within the region. No where was this more evident than during this most recent recession, where manufacturers within the City helped to minimize losses. At present our manufacturers are leading the recovery, despite the fact that strong signs of a self-sustaining recovery challenges still remain, particularly in area of attraction and retention of skilled workers.
Manufacturing has been a mainstay of employment in Sault Ste. Marie and should remain so as manufacturers upgrade their facilities and processes to meet the needs of 21st Century manufacturing.
10 Reasons to Locate Your Business in Sault Ste. Marie
- SmartZone Industry and Technology Development Area - Sault Ste. Marie Advanced Resources and Technology Inc. (SSMART) Breeder Building
- Skilled Workforce
- University and Career Center
- Multi-Modal Port of Entry Community - International Interstate Transportation Corridor, Air, Rail, Water (Port of Sault Ste. Marie)
- Existing Infrastructure (Full Service Industrial Park and Industrial Air Park)
- Low Cost of Living
- Proximity to Canadian Markets
- Abundant Natural Resources
- Rich History of Industry and Trade
- Tourism Industy