Mayor of Halifax Mayor Mike Savage
It is my pleasure to extend greetings on behalf of Halifax Regional Council and Halifax Regional Municipality, and warm congratulations for the ongoing work of the Black Business Initiative (BBI) as you continue to mark 20 years of service to the community.
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The BBI has played an unparalleled role in helping businesses moved from start-up to success. The work of the BBI and the wide variety of Black businesses it has supported serve as a strong example of grassroots economic development, the kind of sustainable growth that will help define the future of our city and our province. We would all do well to look to the BBI model of paying it forward, of mentoring and creating the conditions for business success. Thank you for your contributions toward the building of a more diverse, entrepreneurial Halifax region. I wish continued success to the many businesses that have hard work and BBI support to thank for where they are today. At City Hall we are committed to create a more business-friendly climate that recognizes that your success is our success. We are working to keep commercial taxes down, to tighten our processes and turnaround times, and we are investing in the community infrastructure you rely on every day. Together we can make Halifax a more fertile ground for the growth of new business and the flourishing of those that are already well established. Kindest regards,
Mike Savage, Mayor of Halifax
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