• Supports prosperity and economic vitality in the Saint John Community by inspiring and supporting people, ideas and investment.
• Fosters a culture of entrepreneurship, creativity and innovation, which leads to more new business start ups and increased business investment.
• Advances client and community goals by encouraging collaboration and facilitating bringing together the right people at the right time.
• Encourages regional cooperation to gain greater support for major public and private sector investment, with focus on key strategic growth sectors.
• Contributes to a vibrant and culturally rich community by promoting job opportunities to youth, former residents and potential new residents, including immigrants, leading to an increased tax base and lower unemployment rates.
• Promotes healthy community growth by celebrating our successes and positioning Saint John as a magnet for innovation, creativity and business investment where you can live life on your terms.

We provide economic development leadership for the Saint John region servicing the towns of Grand Bay-Westfield, Quispamsis, Rothesay, the Village of St. Martins and the City of Saint John.

Our staff is dedicated to providing businesses with solutions; whether you are an emerging entrepreneur looking for market information, expanding your existing operation, or exploring opportunities for growth, our staff are experienced in all aspects of entrepreneur development, investment attraction, and business retention.

In partnership with our municipal, provincial and federal governments and their agencies, educational institutions and the business community, we cultivate collaborative efforts for a prosperous region. We’ve created a network of people keenly aware of our shared vision for true growth and as a community work to attract and retain new people, new ideas and new investment.