The majestic Southern Alps tower over the region that lies at the heart of New Zealand's South Island Te Wai Pounamu.
Stretching from Kaikōura to Waimate, Canterbury’s national parks, rolling rivers and alluvial plains offer both beauty for tourism ventures and productive land and sea for agriculture, forestry and fishing.
Manufacturing and construction are also important to the local economy, providing Canterbury with a strong platform on which to build a diverse economy for long-term economic prosperity.
Canterbury leaders have outlined their strategy for the region’s future in the Plan for Canterbury released in September 2020.
Plan for Canterbury — Canterbury Mayoral Forum
For full details on projects funded in the region:
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Ōpuke Thermal Pools and Spa
Based in the rural village of Methven, the Ōpuke Thermal Pools and Spa is a prime example of innovative thinking and partnerships.
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Tukupā Ma’a Kalaisi - Free Wesleyan Church of Tonga
Discover how Kānoa supported earthquake strengthening and safety upgrades at Tukupā Ma’a Kalaisi.
Canterbury stories
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PGF loan borrower to expand waste-to-bioenergy operations
Ecogas, a Provincial Growth Fund loan recipient, has secured a contract to build a food waste-to-bioenergy facility with Christchurch City Council.
20 December, 2023
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CRHL welcomes newly appointed members
Crown Regional Holdings Limited (CRHL) has increased its Board of Directors from three to seven, welcoming Dame Patsy Reddy, Anne-Marie Broughton, Elizabeth Hopkins and Rosie Mercer.
28 June, 2022
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More funding to grow our regions – and a new identity for the Provincial Development Unit
A new fund has been created to boost the drive to grow regional economies.
27 May, 2021
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Funding supports better futures for rangatahi
Three programmes supporting rangatahi who need help overcoming barriers to employment, education and training are receiving a $2.65 million funding boost.
1 March, 2021
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Online toolkit supports fresh start for rangatahi
Young people around the country will have the chance to grow in confidence and overcome barriers to social connection thanks to the newly launched online toolkit, Timatanga Hou.
23 November, 2020
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The digital marae – helping connect iwi around the country
The Provincial Development Unit is investing up to $1.8 million to help train iwi to get the most out of the programme to digitally connect marae.
20 November, 2020
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Published: 20 September, 2023