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Community & Economic Development

Tel: (902) 667-6500

Fax: (902) 667-5409
Email:

Our department has continued to grow and evolve to better meet the needs of our citizens. We recognize that a healthy economy starts at the grassroots level, and people are the primary drivers of successful endeavors.

What We Do

The departmental mandate takes a broader approach to development, recognizing that quality of life issues have a major impact on how we not only see ourselves, but how others see us.

There are four (4) main areas of focus:

Encouraging new investment

• Market and promote Amherst as a first-class location for business and industry, encouraging new development and growth.
• Collect, interpret and distribute strategic economic data and market statistics to support business decision-making.
• Assist investors with site selection, including information regarding infrastructure and by-law requirements.
• Facilitate contacts within Municipal Departments and all levels of government.

Support existing businesses

• Maintain regular contact with the business community to identify needs and challenges to improve the overall business climate.
• Provide information to the business community regarding government programs and services available.
• Support local business events and community initiatives.

Community & Tourism Development

• Develop, and evaluate sports and leisure activities, programs and special events for the enjoyment of the community
• Liaison with other government agencies, community groups and organization to provide opportunities to contribute positively to civic pride and/or the economy.
• Market and promote the community as an active, vibrant place to be.
• Maintain strong partnerships with all stakeholders to attract additional tourism traffic to our community.
• Support the development and expansion of community and private sector infrastructure which will strengthen and expand our tourism sector.
  
  

Parks & Recreation Development

• Planning, maintenance and management of all Town owned Recreation properties and green areas