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cial projects support the city’s goal of ensuring a vibrant local retail sector that services both local residents and vis- itors travelling along Highway 401.
“All of this construction activity is a part of the new identity in Cornwall,” said Boileau. “The city has rede- fined itself as a modern waterfront community that wel- comes new investment and growth.”
As an avid hockey player and hockey dad Boileau be- lieves the new Benson Centre, which will feature three NHL-sized ice rinks, will provide the city with a spectac- ular facility that also gives it the ability to run large tour- naments with potential spin-off business to local hotel, restaurants and commercial retail businesses. “Cornwall’s region needed more ice surfaces and a bet- ter field house to meet the needs of soccer tennis, and other outdoor activities,” said Boileau. “We will now have a pre- miere facility to welcome visiting athletes, coaches and fans from Ottawa, Montreal, Toronto and beyond.” Cornwall’s low unemployment rate, well below both provincial and national levels, has been positively im- pacted by the new construction activity. Local construc- tion companies like Robert J. Bourgon & Associates, Grant Marion and PerrasDiStefano have been very busy with dozens of projects.
“Those three firms alone have been involved in some of the major projects in the region,” said Peters. “Whether it is new jobs or simply providing work to existing em- ployees, it’s all good news.”
Peters also notes that outside contractors like Quebec- based Pomerleau, which is currently working on the hos-
Frank Perras and his partner Pino DiStefano of PerrasDiStefano Construction & Design Services Inc.
pital redevelopment and the new multi-sport facility arena, also contribute to the local economy. “These major projects have spin-off benefits as money is spent with local suppliers, local contractors and local tradespeople,” said Peters. “Whether it’s purchasing hard- ware, hiring on-site security, gas for the vehicles, all that activity tends to support other jobs in the community.” Peters is confident that the negative perception of Cornwall as a manufacturing centre on a boom or bust eco- nomic roller coaster are outdated. “Those images of Corn- wall haven’t been true for over a decade and this activity, with so much occurring in such a short time, has allowed us to break through those perceptions and deliver a truer image of where the city is and where its going,” he said.
We are proud to be working with
PerrasDiStefano. Congratulations on your continued success.
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“(Cornwall is) a progressive community that has a lot of positive economic success stories to share.” Cornwall officials are seeking to attract even more in- terest in the community. The city has a progressive web- site that features breaking business news (
choosecornwall.ca), as well as a presence on social media such as Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube. As well, 400 business and community leaders have banded together to form Team Cornwall, dedicated to spreading the word on Cornwall everywhere they go.
“Spreading the word about Cornwall’s success is a
team effort,” said Peters. “There are a lot of very positive things happening here that are creating investment oppor- tunities for people who have a vision for success.”
Frank, Pino and company, thank you for all the nice work. It is really pleasant to work with competent, resourceful and trustworthy people like you. Our work is compensated with a cheque, but our rewards are the sincere friendship that de- velops doing good business with great people.
Thank you and may you keep enjoying the success you deserve.
Claude Lavoie
5674 Doncaster Rd Gloucester ON, K1G 3N4 Tel: 613-822-0480 Fax: 613-822-0932 Toll free:1-800-652-8643
Gaston Lavoie Cabinet Shop Ltd.
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