For people who love the outdoors and sports like fishing, hunting, off-roading on ATVs, or snowmobiling, Wawa is the place to be. With current job openings in mining, forestry and public services, bilingual schools, low housing prices and a new hospital, Wawa provides its residents and visitors with an opportunity to live and work in a safe and affordable community.
New business developments in Wawa include Rentech, an industrial biomass pellet producer, which has hired about 30 employees this year, and Algoma Highlands, which has entered into the commercial berry market with plans for a winery under development.
On the mining front, Wesdome Gold Mines and Richmont – Island Gold continue mining operations and show no signs of slowing down. Both Prodigy-Argonaut Gold and Augustine Ventures continue to uncover gold-producing ore bodies and plan to ramp-up operations in 2016. Tourism opportunities also abound for any entrepreneur or visitor.
A list of business opportunities is found at www.edcwawa.ca/available-land/ and vacant property can be tailored to fit any business need. With a variety of financial and business incentives, combined with a remarkable lifestyle, Wawa deserves consideration whether you’re relocating, retiring or looking to relax. Contact Economic Development Wawa at 705-856-4419.
Chapleau
Chapleau is building on its solid economic base of forestry, transportation, and tourism to become one of the bright lights in mining. The Borden Gold project, recently acquired by Goldcorp, has brought incredible interest and activity to the area. Investment opportunities are increasing as Goldcorp explores its 70 kilometres of land along Highway 101 and proceeds with advanced exploration activities in the High-Grade Zone near Chapleau.
Chapleau is enviably located less than 300 kilometres from Sudbury, Sault Ste. Marie, and Timmins. Among other natural amenities, we are known for our fishing (Winner of WFN Ultimate Fishing Town); canoe routes that extend to James Bay; and the Chapleau Crown Game Preserve.
We invite you to become lost in your passions in Chapleau. Our unique town has two rivers flowing through it, a boat launch off main street, fibre optic internet services, and a reputation as the friendliest town in the North. For more on Chapleau, go to www.chapleau.ca, or call 705-864-1330. You can also find us on Twitter as @VisitChapleau or on Facebook with www.fb.com/ChapleauEDC.
2016 is a special year for Chapleau. The township will celebrate its 115 year anniversary and a future full of opportunity. Come be a part of what’s next.
Dubreuilville
Dubreuilville is a relatively young town with a colourful, rich history that continues to expand with each new generation. Its industry and adventurous lifestyle are built around the surrounding natural resources. There are employment opportunities currently available in the mining and forestry sectors.
Dubreuilville offers a culture that is bilingual, traditional, dynamic and always friendly.
The lifestyle is typical of the francophone life: good food, great music, lively social occasions and a comfortable quality of life that is based on solid family values.
Nestled In the heart of the Magpie Forest and surrounded by the lush beauty of Northern Ontario, Dubreuilville offers a variety of year-round outdoor activities unique to the area.
White River
White River is a small northeastern Ontario community situated mid-way between Sault Ste. Marie and Thunder Bay. This community abounds with small town character and offers all types of recreational opportunities for the outdoor enthusiast including hunting, fishing, camping, hiking, snowmobiling, cross country skiing, sliding, and ice fishing. This full-service community has many amenities for family life including ice arena, curling club, public library, elementary school, health clinic, and several outdoor parks.
Employment and business opportunities are plenty. Positions are available within the forestry, manufacturing, mining and service sectors. The position that best suits you is waiting for you in White River.
