Canadian Business and PROFIT today ranked Squamish No. 15 on the 2016 ranking of Canada's Best Places for Business. Data was collected from 219 communities and a top 25 list has been released.
Produced by two of the country's best-known business media outlets — Canadian Business and PROFIT — the 2016 Canada's Best Places for Business ranking factors in more than 20 indicators of cost, market trends and business friendliness collected from various sources and participating municipalities. The ranking is designed to help entrepreneurs and executives make smarter decisions on where to start, expand or relocate their enterprises.
“Squamish has been on an upwards trajectory and this ranking highlights some of the successes we are seeing, and at the same time motivates us to further refine our processes to become even more business-friendly,” says District of Squamish Mayor Patricia Heintzman. “We are attracting a talent-rich pool of new residents who are working in future-focussed economic sectors. We are now starting to see that this critical mass of talent is enticing new businesses here, and that’s very exciting! This is a huge motivator to continue to work to better the business environment.”
Squamish’s organic entrepreneurial spirit coupled with residents’ deep passion for the outdoors, a growing and unique arts and culture scene, and a strong focus on education through Quest University Canada and the many unique School District programs and independent schools, make it the perfect place to invest and call home.
“This community’s passion for an outdoor lifestyle and commitment to support local business is inspiring,” continues Heintzman. “Our community works together, synergies are strong, and the result is a dynamic and attractive environment for business, that is getting better with every small step we continue to take.”
“It takes the support of an entire community to foster successful businesses,” says James Cowan, Editor-in-chief of Canadian Business and PROFIT. “The municipalities on our ranking show a clear commitment to business-friendly policies and economic development. That’s good news for their business owners, entrepreneurs and residents."
Visit the District of Squamish on our website, Facebook.com/DistrictofSquamish, Twitter and Instagram @Squamishtown, and YouTube.
Squamish, B.C. is a vibrant, growing community located in the heart of Sea to Sky Country, mid-way between Vancouver and Whistler. Nestled between ocean and mountains, the small-town setting, spectacular natural environment, and unmatched outdoor recreation make for a lifestyle and location for business investment few places can offer. Squamish also boasts a flourishing and diverse arts and culture scene, Quest University Canada, and exciting waterfront development projects, with a diverse economic base ranging from tourism and wellness to forestry and manufacturing. A dedicated and passionate local population strives to protect the fragile ecosystem that is at the heart of what characterizes this adventure-centric outdoor lifestyle, while new economic development efforts focus on clean energy, recreation technology, and the knowledge-based industries.
PROFIT: Your Guide to Business Success is Canada’s preeminent media brand dedicated to the management of small and mid-sized businesses. For 34 years, Canadian entrepreneurs across a vast array of economic sectors have remained loyal to PROFIT because it’s a timely and reliable source of actionable information that helps them achieve business success and get the recognition they deserve for generating positive economic and social change. Visit PROFIT online at PROFITguide.com.
Founded in 1928, Canadian Business is the longest-serving and best-selling business publication in the country. With a cross-platform readership of nearly 1 million, it is the country's premier media brand for executives and senior business leaders. It fuels the success of Canada's business elite with a focus on the things that matter most: leadership, innovation, business strategy and management tactics.
July 14, 2016
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