MANITOBA CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE IN ACTION CONT.
DRIVING NORTHERN DEVELOPMENT AND PROSPERITY
Twelve new mineral development projects in northern Manitoba are getting a major boost through the Manitoba Mineral Development Fund (MMDF), fuelling more than $14.4 million in total capital investment. Projects span everything from gold, copper and zinc exploration to solar glass development and mining education, contributing to advancing Indigenous engagement, community readi- ness and workforce development.
Administered by the Manitoba Chambers of Commerce, the $20-million provincial fund continues to be a catalyst for inclusive growth. Since 2020, MMDF has backed 108 projects, created nearly 900 jobs, sparked 200-plus partner- ships and attracted $128 million in investment — powering long-term prosperity in the north.
EXPLORING MANITOBA’S ECONOMIC ENGINES The Manitoba Chambers of Commerce’s Economic Development Tours offer exclusive, all-access insight into Manitoba’s industries, communities and opportunities — without the logistical headaches. With round-trip transportation, meals and curated tours, these tours are a one-stop platform for strategic networking and economic discovery. Last year, we logged more than 4,000 kilometres over five tours to eight rural communities. In 2025, we’re hitting the road again, including new single-day formats for maximum impact with minimal time commitment. Our first 2025 tour was off to Steinbach in April for an intensive day exploring the region’s dynamic economy, from advanced ag practices and innovative manufacturing to homegrown food producers and local entrepreneurs.
Delegates visited Friesen Drillers as part of the single-day Economic Development Tour to Steinbach in April.
MANITOBA’S ROADMAP FOR A GREEN ECONOMY As industries, investors and governments worldwide transition to cleaner energy and sustainable supply chains, Manitoba has the opportunity — and the responsibility — to lead, innovate and grow when it comes to being green. This is the message the Mani- toba Green Advantage (MGA) program, a Manitoba Chambers of Commerce initiative, is sharing with the launch of its Roadmap for a Green Economy. The Roadmap outlines how the province can secure its role as a global leader in the green economy, fostering reconciliation, creating jobs and ensuring a sustainable future for all Manitobans. Calling for immediate investment and collaboration on three high-potential strategic pathways for the province, the Roadmap sets out actionable steps for businesses, policymakers and communities to work together. To read and download the roadmap, visit mbchamber.mb.ca/programs/manitobas- green-advantage. You’ll also find information about another new MGA initiative: a pilot program that provides practical tools, support and potential funding to small- and medium-sized enterprises wanting to embrace sustainability and enhance their resil- ience. ■
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