"Cape Breton has the infrastructure we need, a huge interest in the IT sector, and a wide range of qualified employees. We were expecting the same level of performance that we get at our other locations but, in fact, we're getting a higher level here.”

Dick Gray,
Manager, Imaging & Data Processing Unit
Sydney Branch, SHL Systemhouse Nova Scotia

Community Support at work

Volunteer Services
Community service organizations throughout Cape Breton rely on the dedication of their volunteers. Volunteer placements can be found in healthcare, non-profit organizations, the education system and many other sectors.

 

Healthcare
The Cape Breton Healthcare Complex provides primary, secondary and tertiary care as well as rehabilitation services.

 

Telecommunications
The new economy of Cape Breton is rooted in the knowledge based sector. The knowledge based sector in Cape Breton generates $24 million annually.

 

Water, Sewer, Waste Disposal, Streets and Roads
The Cape Breton Regional Municipality services all major industrial areas and some suburban and rural areas with water and sewer.

 

Law Enforcement
Cape Breton is protected by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and the Cape Breton Regional Police.

 

Fire Protection
The Cape Breton Regional Fire Service consists of:
  • 34 fire service zones
  • 36 fire stations
  • 852 career and volunteer fire service personnel
The full level of services provided include fire suppression, fire prevention and training.

 

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