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hard to diversify away from mining
in such a small and remote place, it’s
definitely a challenge,” Fisher reasons.
When mining work isn’t a possibility,
Snow Lakers that have been in mining
have often had to resort to taking jobs
internationally, which also makes the
town unique: “we’re a global work-
force in a small town,” Fisher says.
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However, downturn is definitely
not a concern for Snow Lake right now.
The town has set itself for success by
making the location “attractive to sup-
pliers for the mines and for Hudbay,”
says Fisher. “We want to make sure
that these mining companies coming
to Snow Lake have land and supplies
they need.”
Snow Lake will expand, and
there will be a strategy to open new
subdivisions and improve recreational
facilities. “We want to make the town
accessible, and with new mining activ-
ity keep people here for the long term.
People can stay and raise a family in
Snow Lake, it is a great place to live.
We have put in an ongoing effort to
renew aging facilities and do upgrades
to make sure we’re ready for an influx
of population.” There are many en-
trepreneurial opportunities with the
influx of mining, including for trades-
people and professional services.
“
We have a population that’s go-
ing to rapidly expand over two years.
Snow Lake will re-emerge and this
is a time to get into business,” Fisher
beams. As Snow Lake’s economy
booms, the town will demonstrate it-
self to be a great place to live, but also,
to improve the lives of next genera-
tions of Manitobans.
