Communications

Media Releases

  • The importance of the University College of the North was recognized early in the formation of Thompson Unlimited, which made the development of campus and supporting infrastructure one of its cornerstones for long-term economic development, economic diversity and sustainability.  For further information, click here.
  • Thompson Unlimited was engaged in the development of a new 70 room extended stay hotel in the City of Thompson.  This new hotel is a different model appealing to guests visiting Thompson for an extended length of time.  For further information, click here
  • Winter and Cold Weather Testing has been a focus of Thompson Unlimited’s economic diversification strategy for many years.  In connection to the announced Jet Engine Test Facility, Thompson Unlimited participated in an international air show to promote Thompson as a winter weather testing centre of excellence.  Click here for further information.
  • As part of Thompson Unlimited’s work on business recruitment and retention, Thompson Unlimited facilitated the local market entry of Rogers Communications.  Click here to learn more.
  • Thompson Unlimited provides administrative support to a volunteer committee whose focus is on Downtown Revitalization.  As part of the work during 2009, attached is a media release describing activities.  Click here to view the media release.
  • As part of Thompson Unlimited’s work on business retention and expansion, Thompson Unlimited partnered with the Province of Manitoba and local service providers to deliver a special workforce training and development program intended to help alleviate the shortage of labour confronting hospitality businesses.  Click here to view the media release providing further information.

Reports

  • The 2009 Thompson Downtown Revitalization Committee Year End Activity Report is available on-line.  To review the report, click here.

Presentations and Speaking Notes

  • Presentation to the Thomson Chamber of Commerce on the announced new Jet Engine Test Facility.  To view the presentation notes, click here.
  • The Economic Impact of Winter Weather Testing in Thompson.  To view the PowerPoint Presentation, click here.

Thompson Unlimited Past Annual Reports and Workplans

  • To view the 2009 Thompson Unlimited Annual Workplan, please click here.
  • To learn more about Thompson Unlimited, please click here to view the 2010 Annual Workplan.To view the 2009-Thompson Unlimited Annual Report, click here.