Business Environment

Sackville at a Glance

  • Population 5,411
  • Median age 43
  • Tax base of over $500 million
  • Total private dwellings 2,627
  • Average value of owned dwelling $129,520
  • Median monthly rent $561
  • Population density per sq km 72.8
  • Land area 74.32

Women Driving Downtown (180 KB PDF) — On the block between Main and Lorne Streets, 60% of the businesses are owned or managed by women.

Business-friendly

Thriving economy

Sackville has a thriving economy based on the presence of Mount Allison University, a niche retail sector, tourism, and the manufacturing industry.

The Town also supports a dynamic cultural sector. Home to renowned art galleries, theatres, numerous festivals and events, Sackville was named 2008 Culture Capital of Canada.

Solid residential growth

Sackville has continued to show solid growth with 42 single-family dwellings being constructed and an additional 18 multifunctional units. Future subdivisions include a 20-unit senior-style area and plenty of land for single-family dwellings.

Major employers in Sackville area:

Employer Sector Employees
Mount Allison University Education 450
Sackville Memorial Hospital Health Care 250
Moneris Solutions Contact Centre 211
Drew Nursing Home Health Care 120
Atlantic Industries Limited (Dorchester Cape) Manufacturing 100
Sodexho Food Services Manufacturing 60

Strong regional economy

Sackville is part of the South-East region of New Brunswick, which has a strong regional economy supported by a solid transportation network. Market access is a key asset of the region and a key asset of businesses located here.

South-east New Brunswick infrastructure map
Source: Enterprise South East web site

From 1999–2009 the region’s population has grown, unemployment is lower and the participation rate is higher making Sackville and the South-East attractive for prospective businesses.

  • Population: 149,000–168,000
  • Active Labour Force: 97,000–117,000
  • Number of Jobs: 90,000–109,000
  • Workforce Participation Rate: 5% increase
  • Unemployment rate: 9%–7.9%

(Statistics Canada)

Regional opportunities for business development

  • The manufacturing sector is a dynamic environment within which prospective companies may thrive, compete and grow.
  • Other sectors that show promise include healthcare, retail trade, construction and educational services.
  • There are also opportunities in the professional services, natural resources and transportation and warehousing.
  • Niche areas such as the arts, information and culture are domains where growth is possible, given the amenities that in exist in communities such as Sackville.

Industry Outlook -- total labour force 15 years + by industry (Public administration, Accommodation, Arts, Healthcare, Educational services, Administrative support, Professional services, Real estate, Finance and insurance, information and culture, Transport/warehousing, Retail trade, Wholesale trade, Manufacturing, Construction, Utilities, Mining and oil, Natural resources industries
Source: Enterprise South East web site

Opportunities for investment in Sackville

With affordable land, competitive tax rates and continued solid growth, Sackville has excellent investment potential.

In partnership with our regional economic development agency (Enterprise Southeast), we have identified the following areas as priorities:

  • Tantramar Commons Initiative
  • Retirement community
  • Affordable housing development
  • Retail/boutique/factory outlets
  • Warehouse/distribution
  • Wind power
  • A branded hotel
  • Transportation opportunities

Sackville plans for growth

We’re looking forward to the future with people like you!

Working with Sackville

For business opportunities, email Town of Sackville,(506)364-4930