When it comes to population growth in Northern Ontario, the Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP) is a foot in the door. It has presented the communities of Thunder Bay, Timmins, North Bay, Sault Ste. Marie, and Sudbury with challenges and opportunities that will inform community planning and growth on areas such as housing supply, access to cultural food, supports for employers, reconciliation, welcoming neighbourhoods, and more.

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Available Statistics Canada data—both from existing and new surveys—can provide helpful insight into regional economic recovery. As our landmark survey, the census is one of the most important sources of data for Canadians and communities throughout the country. It helps us understand where we came from, where we are, and where we are going. Census data will also provide further insights into the impact of COVID-19 and various economic supports. 

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Is your community welcoming? 

Northern Policy Institute has launched the first of six annual surveys to track changes in attitudes towards newcomers, visible minorities, and Indigenous Peoples in all regions of Northern Ontario. The 2021 survey focuses on welcoming attitudes towards newcomers.

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