Business Environment

Small Business is a driving force in Prince Rupert’s Economy. Small Businesses are the Prince Rupert’s primary provider of private sector jobs, reflecting an important and ongoing trend toward economic diversification within the local economy. There are over 1000 small businesses operating in Prince Rupert today, representing over 95% of the businesses in Prince Rupert. They range from window washing, painting companies, corner stores, restaurants, lumber mills, and transport companies, to salmon fishers and landscape gardeners.

There are countless opportunities to take advantage of in the Small Business Sector with Food & Beverage, Accommodation, Adventure/Cultural Tourism, Construction, Clothing, Sporting Goods, and Electronic Sales to name a few.

If you want to join this group of independent-minded entrepreneurs, Prince Rupert is for you.