April 2025 Economic Development Update:
With Sunrise Corner’s abundant natural resources and positive business climate, there are significant opportunities within the Value-Added Manufacturing sector for investment, business growth and diversification. Niche value-added manufacturing is one of Sunrise Corner’s emerging sectors and is projected to be a critical economic driver moving forward. It is based on our region’s diverse marketplace, high-value raw materials, and a strong entrepreneurial community.
Why is Sunrise Corner an incredible place to invest in value-added manufacturing?
Return on Investment. Sunrise Corner benefits from having some of the most affordable land prices in Manitoba and low hydroelectricity costs, reducing both capital and operational expenses. Businesses will benefit from immediate access to an abundance of natural resources like agricultural products, timber and peat moss with reduced costs related to transportation.
Access to Water. Manitoba has one of the largest freshwater aquifers in the world, capable of meeting business investment needs and requirements. Water production companies in our region have been recognized globally for the purest and best tasting spring water.
Infrastructure and Access to Markets. Convenient access to the United States, Ontario and the Canadian mid-west markets through efficient road and rail infrastructure is an important asset to businesses looking to scale-up or scale-out their operations. We are also strategically positioned in the southeast corner of Manitoba with major investments delivering fiber optic technology to better connect our communities.
Talented Workforce. Operating a business here in Sunrise Corner means access to a skilled and experienced workforce. Rooted in agrifood, transportation and logistics the region is poised for growth, expansion and the strengthening of this core to emerge as a dynamic hub of businesses supporting innovation and growth in value-added manufacturing.
Ready to start your next business opportunity in Sunrise Corner? Whether you’re interested in furniture product manufacturing; pulp, paper & packaging production; prefabrication & modular construction; supply chain & logistics management; biomass production, storage & distribution; transportation equipment manufacturing; fabricated metal product manufacturing; or outdoor recreation equipment manufacturing, we’d love to hear from you.
We invite you to book a one-on-one meeting to discuss how we can support your business and investment objectives in Sunrise Corner, where we can show you how to take advantage of our streamlined and low-cost development environment, business development services and available incentives in the Value-Added Manufacturing sector.
Monique Chenier
monique@sunrisecornermb.ca