roots were first planted by the
city’s optimistic forebears,
the continuing progression
of Winnipeg’s economy rests
on today’s youth. As in any
major metropolis, access to
skilled labour is an important
aspect of a stable and grow-
ing business climate. “When
businesses move here, that’s
what they need. And we want
to make sure Winnipeg’s
youth understand that they
can build a great future here,”
says Mayor Katz. “And if you
want to recruit youth, you
have to make sure you have
quality jobs for them. You also
have to offer them a vibrant
and affordable city. All of that
exists in Winnipeg.”
Winnipeg has several well-
established post-secondary
institutions in place to nur-
ture in-demand skill sets: the
city boasts four universities,
a major college and several
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