Our 4 Core Areas
Thompson is a community built on opportunity, innovation, and collaboration. The Thompson Community Development Corporation (Thompson CDC) focuses its work across four core areas that guide how we strengthen the regional economy, attract investment, support development projects, and build meaningful partnerships. Together, these focus areas help shape a resilient and diversified future for the Thompson Region.
1. Economic Development & Diversification
Economic development and diversification are essential to building a resilient future for Thompson. Historically, the local economy has relied heavily on the mining sector. With the industry’s gradual downsizing, the Thompson CDC is focused on identifying opportunities and supporting new sectors that contribute to long-term stability and growth.
Our focus areas include:
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Investment Promotion & Facilitation
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Tourism Promotion & Development
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Thompson as a Regional Service Centre
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Land Development & Property Management
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Thompson Sector Profile
2. Project Development & Implementation
To support a financially sustainable organization, the Thompson CDC seeks out funding opportunities, leads project development, and collaborates on initiatives that fill business or service gaps in the region. When appropriate, projects may involve partnerships or joint business investments with regional stakeholders.
Meet Our Funding Partners
3. Marketing
Our marketing efforts position Thompson as a place to Live, Work, Invest, and Visit.
We highlight the community’s advantages — short commute times, access to nature, lifestyle balance, and opportunities that appeal to residents, businesses, and visitors.
Thompson invites you to discover:
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A strong sense of community
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A growing network of regional services
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An affordable, outdoor-oriented lifestyle
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Unique tourism and cultural experiences
4. Advocacy Support & Stakeholder Collaboration
We work closely with local and regional partners to ensure that economic development does not happen in isolation. Collaboration is essential to supporting shared goals, advancing regional priorities, and ensuring that projects align with the long-term needs of the community.
Meet Our Local Partners
