About ARDA | Antigonish Regional Development Authority

Business Development

When it comes to business, our bottom line is probably very similar to yours: we want business and industry to flourish throughout Antigonish. Whether it’s supporting existing businesses to grow and prosper or encouraging new investment in Antigonish, we’re working to strengthen and diversify our local economy. It’s not just about getting bigger, it’s about getting better.

Here are some of the ways ARDA is facilitating business development in Antigonish:

Retention and Expansion of Existing Businesses

Existing businesses provide jobs, jobs provide salaries, and in turn, those salaries get invested back into the local economy. It is vital that businesses are supported so they can continue their important role in the sustainability of the community. ARDA offers expertise and guidance to local businesses to help them be competitive, progressive and successful.

Attracting New Business

New investment in Antigonish is not only essential for economic growth, it also creates new employment and opportunities for our youth. With the viable option of making a living here in Antigonish, people are less likely to take their skills and resources elsewhere, thereby helping us build a stronger future. ARDA closely analyses trends, seeks new opportunities and networks with industry leaders to discover ventures that will benefit Antigonish.

A Better Business Climate

If business is going to thrive, we need to ensure that Antigonish is a place that cultivates ideas into opportunity and opportunity into success. It needs to be a place where businesses feel supported and encouraged. Working with various levels of government and other organizations, ARDA is helping Antigonish become a more competitive environment where businesses are given their best chance to prosper.