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Immigration a large factor in province's population growth

By: Staff Writer

Posted: 09/27/2012 12:30 PM | Comments: 0

Peter Bjornson, minister of Entrepreneurship, Training and Trade, says more people are coming to Manitoba to put down roots. (JOE BRYKSA / WINNIPEG FREE PRESS ARCHIVES) Photo Store

According to a Statistics Canada report released this morning the population of Manitoba is larger than ever, at an estimated 1,267,003 people.

The news was welcomed by Entrepreneurship, Training and Trade Minister Peter Bjornson.

"The provincial government has worked hard to keep Manitoba moving forward through uncertainty in the global economy and to make Manitoba an even better place for families to put down roots and build a life," said Bjornson. "I'm thrilled to see so many more people choosing to call Manitoba home."

Over the last three years, nearly 30,000 more individuals came to Manitoba than left for other provinces or countries, beating the last record by 50 per cent. Immigration continues to be a large factor in the population gain.

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