Carman Dufferin Economic Development
Tyler King,
Director of Economic Development
E-mail: tyler@townofcarman.com
Phone: 204-745-2675
Box 160, Carman, MB R0G 0J0
Carman and Dufferin’s economic development activities seek to improve the economic well-being and quality of life for residents and businesses by creating and retaining jobs, and supporting and growing incomes and the tax base.
The Director of Economic Development is very willing to help your business in whatever capacity we can. The local businesses are what keep Carman and Dufferin active and thriving. Please don’t hesitate to call or drop by the office in the Memorial Hall at 12 2nd Avenue NW.
Community Futures Heartland is an economic development agency that works together with 15 Municipalities in the Heartland region of Manitoba and is dedicated to helping your business succeed.
Ken Reimer, Manager
Email: heartland@cfheartland.ca
Phone: 204-239-0135 Fax: 204-239-0176
Portage La Prairie R1N 1R8
11-2nd Street NE
www.cfheartland.ca
Services Offered:
- They can assist you with the following topics: business plan preparation, cash flow projections, business resource library, market information and bookkeeping assistance.
- They provide repayable loans to entrepreneurs that wish to start their own business. The loans have the following characteristics: repayable loans up to $150,000, fixed interest rate of Prime +3%, maximum 5 year term, minimum of 10% owner equity required, available to new or expanding businesses, employment creation is required.
- Community Futures Heartland has partnered with Manitoba Advanced Education and Training to provide eligible Employment Insurance recipients the opportunity to start their own business. The program provides EI benefits while you start and grow your business.
DUFFERIN INDUSTRIAL PARK
The RM of Dufferin Industrial Park is ready to welcome your business
The Town of Carman and the RM of Dufferin are at the heart of the Greater Area (GA) Ag Production Innovation Hub providing easy access to all the resources and opportunities the Hub has to offer. In close proximity to the U.S. border and a network of high-density communities, the RM of Dufferin and the Town of Carman are pleased to provide land for sale for a variety of industrial business opportunities through the Dufferin Industrial Park. The Industrial Park offers well-serviced business lots and support for companies looking to grow.
The Dufferin Industrial Park is located 12 kilometres east of the town of Carman on Provincial Highway No 3. With 48 acres, the Dufferin Industrial Park has the acreage to meet your business’s needs. You are also welcome to combine as many business lots as necessary to form the property size needed for your company.
The region hosts many players in agri-business – from large, international players to local entrepreneurs, including:
- Various research organizations with active R&D teams that specialize in crop analysis (soybeans, corn, potatoes, peas, wheat, and canola)
- Equipment technology innovation from both SMEs and organizations focusing in areas such as precision ag, regenerative ag, soil health, etc., and servicing the plant research innovation community
- Home to the University of Manitoba Ian N. Morrison Research Farm, Manitoba Agriculture and global plant sciences companies.
- Organizations that require easy access to producers and farmers of a variety of crops
You can rely on the Carman Dufferin Economic Development Office to help you select the best location to suit your business needs.
Benefits
Application Process
Dufferin Industrial Park Land Price Worksheet
Dufferin Industrial Park Map
Benefits
When it comes to business property for sale, there is no better location for your production facility.
The RM of Dufferin:
- is centrally located close to many larger Manitoba and northern-U.S. communities.
- is known for its safety and affordability.
- boasts quality infrastructure.
- offers a host of services and amenities.
- has an active Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Office working in your best interests to build a stronger business economy and flourishing community.
Application Process
Purchasing industrial building space in the Dufferin Industrial Park includes the following steps:
- The RM of Dufferin will provide you with a price for the vacant lots for sale that you are considering.
- Council members may invite you to speak individually with them, or
- A meeting might be called for a full council discussion.
For further information contact Tyler King, Director of Economic Development 204-745-2675.
Please visit the Dufferin Industrial Park map to view available lots.
Dufferin Industrial Park Land Price Worksheet
Base Price per Acre: $8,500
Pay Back Period Required: 6 Years
To calculate the price per acre:
- Take the number of acres required multiplied by $8,500 = Base Cost
- Multiply 6 Years by RM’s portion of taxes of your taxable assets for 1 year = Revenue
- Subtract Revenue from Base Cost and divide the answer by Acres required = Cost per Acre
Note:
If desired, the Cost per Acre might be further negotiated between the RM of Dufferin Council and the Purchaser.
If the Cost per Acre is negative, the price reverts to $1.00.
The RM of Dufferin is responsible for all water drainage and the creation and maintenance of all road systems in the Industrial Park. Rural water hook up is the responsibility of the Purchaser.
For further information or clarification, please feel free to contact Tyler King, Director of Economic Development at 204-745-2675.
Dufferin Industrial Park Map
CARMAN INDUSTRIAL PARK
The Town of Carman Industrial Park is open for your business
Located in the heart of Canada, the Greater Area (GA) Ag Production Innovation Hub is close to the U.S. border and has a network of high-density communities. The Town of Carman and the RM of Dufferin are pleased to provide land for sale for various industrial business opportunities through the Town of Carman Industrial Park. The Industrial Park offers well-serviced business lots and support for companies looking to grow.
Whether your industrial business is food processing, agriculture, manufacturing, automotive, or other sectors, Carman, Manitoba is ideal. The GA region hosts many players in agri-business – from prominent, international players to local entrepreneurs, including:
- Various research organizations with active R&D teams that specialize in crop analysis (soybeans, corn, potatoes, peas, wheat, and canola)
- Equipment technology innovation from both SMEs and organizations focusing in areas such as precision ag, regenerative ag, soil health, etc., and servicing the plant research innovation community
- Home to the University of Manitoba Ian N. Morrison Research Farm, Manitoba Agriculture and global plant sciences companies
- Organizations that require easy access to producers and farmers of a variety of crops
And the Town of Carman Industrial Park has the acreage to meet your business’s needs. Lots are available starting at 1 acre in size with a variety of adjoining lots available currently. You are also welcome to combine as many business lots as necessary to form the property size needed for your company.
Benefits
Application Process
Town of Carman Industrial Park Land Price Worksheet
Carman Industrial Park Map
Benefits
When it comes to business property for sale, there is no better location for your production facility.
The Town of Carman:
- is centrally located close to many larger Manitoba and northern-U.S. communities.
- is known for its safety and affordability.
- boasts quality infrastructure.
- offers a host of services and amenities.
- has an active Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Office working in your best interests to build a stronger business economy and flourishing community.
Application Process
Purchasing industrial building space in the Town of Carman Industrial Park includes the following steps:
- The Town of Carman will provide you with a price for the vacant lots for sale that you are considering.
- Council members may invite you to speak individually with them, or
- A meeting might be called for a full council discussion.
For further information contact Tyler King, Director of Economic Development 204-745-2675.
Please visit the Carman Industrial Park map to view available lots.
Town of Carman Industrial Park Land Price Worksheet
Base Price per Acre: $15,000
Pay Back Period Required: 6 Years
To calculate the price per acre:
- Take the number of acres required multiplied by $15,000 = Base Cost
- Multiply 6 Years by Town’s portion of taxes of your taxable assets for 1 year = Revenue
- Subtract Revenue from Base Cost and divide the answer by Acres required = Cost per Acre
Note:
If desired, the Cost per Acre might be further negotiated between the Town of Carman Council and the Purchaser.
If the Cost per Acre is negative, the price reverts to $1.00.
There are approximately 15 acres available in the Town of Carman Industrial Park. Lots may be combined to form a large enough property required for your development. The Industrial Park has access to 3-phase power.
The Town of Carman is responsible for all water drainage and the creation and maintenance of all road systems in the Industrial Park.
For further information or clarification regarding this formula, please feel free to contact Tyler King, Director of Economic Development at 204-745-2675.
Carman Industrial Park Map
