Who We Are
The Thompson Community Development Corporation (Thompson CDC) is a non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening the economic and social well-being of the Thompson Region. We work with local partners, industry, government, and community groups to support a resilient, diversified, and forward-looking regional economy.
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Our role includes promoting Thompson as a place to live, work, invest, and explore; supporting local business growth; encouraging new development opportunities; and advancing initiatives that enhance the quality of life for residents and visitors alike.
Our Mandate
Guided by our Board of Directors, the Thompson CDC leads and supports projects that contribute to long-term economic development and organizational sustainability.
Our work focuses on:
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Promoting Thompson as a competitive location for investment
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Supporting land development and business expansion
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Strengthening tourism marketing and visitor experiences
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Facilitating stakeholder collaboration across the region
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Initiating and managing community-focused development projects
Our mandate reflects both immediate community needs and long-term strategic priorities.
What We Do
We advance economic development in the Thompson Region through a broad range of activities, including:
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Promotion & Investment Attraction: Showcasing Thompson’s advantages, opportunities, and potential to investors, businesses, and new residents.
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Tourism Marketing: Supporting visitor outreach, regional visibility, and participation in the Tri-Community Explore Northern Manitoba initiative.
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Land & Development Support: Facilitating development inquiries, supporting new and expanding projects, and identifying opportunities for growth.
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Projects & Initiatives: Leading or assisting community development efforts that contribute to economic resilience and improved quality of life.
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Partnerships & Collaboration: Working alongside municipal partners, Indigenous communities, business groups, provincial agencies, and local organizations to strengthen the region.
Our History
The Thompson CDC was originally established in 1996 to support economic development initiatives within the community. In later years, the organization operated as Thompson Unlimited, before ceasing operations in 2015.
In 2019, a community consultation process identified a renewed need for a dedicated, stand-alone organization to lead and coordinate development efforts. As a result, the Thompson CDC was revived with a strengthened focus on economic diversification, project leadership, and regional collaboration.
Today, the CDC continues to evolve, taking on new roles in tourism marketing, community partnerships, and project development to support Thompson’s long-term prosperity.