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Canada’s Most Cost-Effective City

In today’s business climate, every corporate decision is measured by one standard--how it influences bottom line. So for businesses in Saint John, New Brunswick, important decisions usually comes easier. The reason Saint John is the country’s most cost-effective city.
Many companies, including major telemarketing operations, are moving in to take advantage of substantially more competitive operating costs for human resources, workers’ compensation, telecommunications and business convenience.
1. In Saint John, city center rents run approximately one-third less than the national average. Downtown Class A office space ranges in price from the low to mid teens. Class B rents for much lower fees. Salaries cost an average of 23 percent less when compared to other major centers. These reduced costs and lower household expenses make for a winning combination where employers and employees both be
A. low living cost
B. make important decisions
C. help set up a business in this city
D. encourage new business activities