Advantage St. John's amplifies economic growth in Newfoundland and Labrador's Capital Region. We do this by leading the regional economic development strategy and selling the Capital Region as a place to do business.
Formed through a partnership of the municipalities of Conception Bay South, Paradise and St. John's, Advantage St. John's offers resources, programs and guidance for businesses to thrive in the Capital Region. The organization maintains the Region's value proposition, sharing it broadly with key stakeholders locally and abroad and works with all local partners to develop and execute the regional economic development strategy. Focused on attracting new businesses, investment and talent to the Capital Region, Advantage St. John's also targets technology, oceans, aerospace, defence and energy sectors. They are prime sectors in the Region strategically positioned to grow.
Newfoundland and Labrador's Capital Region boasts the highest proportion of educated residents per capita in the Country. The talent is innovative, highly creative and loyal. Uniquely situated between North America and Europe, the NL Capital Region is the ideal destination for scaling companies looking to break into new markets.
The Region maintains two ice-free, deep-water ports; an international airport; one-of-a-kind harsh environment; cold water ocean technology research facilities; a Top 5 National Research University (by Research Dollars received) and much more. Over 90% of the electricity used to power this region comes from clean, hydroelectric sources.
The Region's rich history is complimented with almost 350 kms of coastal hiking trails to explore, a vibrant and eclectic downtown along with walking/biking trailway connecting communities throughout the Region and the Province.