Langford has been ranked number one on BC Business magazineBԪַs BԪַMost Resilient City and Best Place for WorkBԪַ list for the second year running.
Langford was given the top spot over 49 of the provinceBԪַs largest communities. The ranking was based on factors such as economic diversity, population growth, household financial vulnerability, resident sense of belonging, residential gas emissions, rental vacancy rate, residential sales, housing starts, change in jobs and annual unemployment rate.
BԪַAlthough the last couple of years continues to be challenging for both residents, business owners and employees, this ranking is a strong signal that we continue to move in the right direction,BԪַ Langford Mayor Stew Young said in a statement. BԪַThroughout the COVID-19 pandemic, the city has continued its work to spur investment and new development in LangfordBԪַs core commercial areas. As a community, we collectively continue to support each other as a resilient, diverse, and strong community. Everyone should be very proud of this accomplishment and recognition.BԪַ
This is the eighth year the magazine has published the award.
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