Community Profile
The Cumberland Community Profile has been researched and assembled according to International Economic Development Council Standards. From demographics to economy to lifestyle, the Cumberland Community Profile enables you to research our area for your potential opportunity. Should you require more information please contact CREDA.
The Cumberland Community Profile is available in its entirety, or in downloable sections for those seeking specific information.
The Complete Community Profile
Commercial, Industrial and Office Space; Companies New to the Area; Demographics; Employment Income by Industry or by Occupation; Environment; Government; Higher Education; International Resources; Labour Force; Labour Managment Relations; Leading Employers; Military Base & Installations; Occupancy & Supply; Quality of Life; Research Base; Taxation; Transportation; Utilities; Workers’ Compensation & Employment Insurance
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Commercial & Industrial Building
- 3 Industrial Parks
- Land or Building space
- Lease or buy
- Excellent access to Trans-Canada Highway
Available Office Building
- For sale or lease
- Varying sizes and styles
- Full ranges of amenities
- Highspeed internet
Companies New to the Area
- From 1 to 300 employees
- Across all industries
- Expansion outweighs Downsizing
Demographics
- 5 Municipalities to chose from
- 30% of population between ages 35 and 54
- Positive Net Migration
Employment Income by Industry
- Provides data on salary, number of people employed and percent of workforce broken down by industry
Employment Income by Occupation
- Provides data on number of people employed and salary broken down by occupation
Environment
- Nova Scotia Environment and Labour has mandate to protect work, home and play environments
- Federal Air Pollution Regulations met
Government
- Details of Federal, Provincial and Municipal government representation
Higher Education
- A $123 million capital investment program will allow the Nova Scotia Community College to advance its learning-centred model and renew its infrastructure across the province.
- 13 Campuses across Nova Scotia
International Resources
- Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada represent Canadian companies around the world through a network of embassies, consulates and trade offices
Labour Force Characteristics
- Major Sectors: Service, Manufacturing and Retail
- Strong and stable workforce
Labour Management Relations
- Percent of union coverage by industry
Leading Employers
- Employers broken down by sector, employment, location, and much more
Military Base & Installations
- Department of National Defense report on Army, Air and Sea Cadets for the County
Occupancy & Supply
- 4 Industrial Parks
- Average price per acre
- Also see “Available Office Buildings” and “Available Commercial & Industrial Building” reports above for related information
Quality of Life
- Relaxing lifestyle in a safe and friendly environment
- Modern transportation and communications
- State-of-the-art health care and educational facilities
- Diverse recreational facilities
Research Base
- Crops and Livestock Research Centre has a mandate to develop and transfer innovative science and technology in crop and livestock systems while enhancing and protecting the environment
Taxation
- Income, sales and property tax information broken down by federally and provincially
Transportation
- Distances to nearest Metro areas
- Trans-Canada and provincial highway access
- Rail, Airport, Motor Carriers, overnight express services
Utilities
- Public Utilities
- Electric, oil and natural gas power
- Telecommunications
Workers Compensation & Employment Insurance
- EI Rates and Benefits report
- Average fees for Workers Compensation