Our Economy

Sackville's Economic Sectors: Service (77%), Retail (14%), Agriculture and Manufacturing (9%) Over the years, Sackville's business landscape has changed to reflect the importance of technological expertise and a broad economic base. Today, such diverse entities as Mount Allison University, the Atlantic Regional Headquarters for the Canadian Wildlife Service, national and international manufacturing companies, web developers, and national-calibre ad agencies are thriving here.

Income Profile

Sackville has a high percentage of people in the $70,000-and-over category when compared to the provincial average. This spending power is augmented by an influx of tourists in the summer and 2,000 students during the academic year.

Telecommunications

Sackville is an ideal place to work electronically. The town is connected to the province's fully digital fibre optic system, offering advanced broadband capabilities and applications. Sackville businesses and residents have a choice of Internet and telephone service suppliers.

Telecommunications Providers

  • Aliant, a recognized leader in communications and information technology, is the major telecommunications provider.
  • EastLink's state-of-the-art digital network provides customers with high-speed Internet access, digital cable service, and telephone service.