Are you wondering where to start or expand your business? Saskbiz.ca can help you pinpoint the most suitable location in minutes. This new interactive website provides vital information to companies interested in doing business in Saskatchewan.

The site uses the latest Geographic Information System (GIS) technology to create statistical profiles of Saskatchewan communities and regions in an online format. Just choose a region or community, select the parameters, and accurate data appears in seconds!

The site was developed using the International Economic Development Council's site selection data standards, which were adapted to reflect Saskatchewan's unique characteristics. The site helps both Saskatchewan-based companies and out-of-province investors decide where to locate or expand their markets.

Information found within the site helps with investment attraction, site selection, economic planning, opportunities identification, and community and business development and retention.

The community and regional profiles that are generated on Saskbiz.ca include details on economic indicators, like:

• population
• labour force
• education
• leading employers
• utilities
• transportation
• taxation

and quality of life indicators, such as:

• schools
• recreational facilities
• health care
• housing

To find out more about the economic potential of a Saskatchewan community or region, visit Saskbiz.ca at http://www.saskbiz.ca

For More Information, contact:

Elaine Unrau, Program Manager
Regional Programs and Services
345 - 3rd Avenue South
SASKATOON SK S7K 2H6
Phone: (306) 933-5749
Fax: (306) 933-7692
elaine.unrau@gov.sk.ca