Economic Development

Build, expand, and thrive in the heart of the Red River Valley. Morris offers strategic location, right-sized costs, and hands-on support to help your project move from concept to ribbon-cutting.

Why Morris

• On the corridor: Direct access to Hwy 75 (Mid-Continent Trade Corridor) with quick connections to Winnipeg and the U.S. border.

• Ready to build: Municipally led planning, streamlined permits, and serviced land options.

• Skilled & community-minded: A dependable workforce and a welcoming, growing community.

• Quality of life: Schools, healthcare, recreation, events, and affordable living that attract and retain talent.

How We Help

• Project navigation: Single point of contact to coordinate planning, utilities, and approvals.

• Site selection: Introductions to owners/agents for industrial, commercial, and mixed-use sites.

• Data & partnerships: Market context, labour information, and connections to regional/provincial programs.

• After-care: Ongoing support for expansion, hiring, and operations once you’re here.

Priority Sectors

• Logistics & light manufacturing

• Agrifood & value-added processing

• Hospitality & services (highway and event-driven)

• Residential & mixed-use development

• Wellness, recreation, and visitor economy

(Not sure where your project fits? Reach out—we’ll map it to local opportunities.)

Investor Toolkit (Downloads / Links)

• Community overview (PDF) 

• Servicing & zoning map (PDF) 

• Fees & Charges By-Law (PDF)

• Design standards / development guidelines (PDF)