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Labour Market Bulletin, Third Quarter 2004
An Analysis of the Lakeland and Area Labour Market
Human Resource Centre of Canada

An overview of the Midland, Orillia, Bracebridge and Parry Sound HRCC area labour markets .

Tourism and construction-related industries continued to fuel the local economy during the July to September 2004 quarter. The area benefited from more retail and restaurant openings and expansions. In addition, a boat manufacturer has announced plans to relocate to Midland.

Highlights:

• Pinelands Resort on Lake Joseph to become a high-end resort/club
• Construction begins on a new early childhood education centre for Mnjikaning First Nation
• Boat manufacturer Doral International Inc announces its relocation to Midland
• X-Syst Mold Solutions Inc . in Midland closes in August
• Giant Tiger has its grand opening in Parry Sound mid-September
• Wal~Mart Canada to open a store in Parry Sound
• Huronia Regional Centre in Orillia announces closure by 2009
• EI claimload in the Lakeland area declines by 29.1% from the previous quarter, as seasonal opportunities increase

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