4. Our population is declining… % change in pop’n 2001-2006

5. … and aging. Median Age 2001-2006 Geography 2006 2001 Difference Canada 39.5 37.6 1.9 PEI 40.8 37.7 3.1 Summerside (CA) 41.3 38.1 3.2 Charlottetown (CA) 39.9 37.5 2.4 Moncton (CMA) 39.4 37.8 1.6 Halifax (CMA) 39.0 36.6 2.4

6. Average household income has decreased: Change in household income 2001-2006

7. And our young people continue to leave in search of education, employment and adventure.

8. ECONOMY

21. Summerside’s Economic Development Office must work with local business to ensure you have the tools and resources you need to grow and expand.

22. A key area of focus for 2010 and beyond will be the development of entrepreneurship programs, particularly for Summerside’s youth.

25. How to attract the “next” generation:

27. Universities have long played an important role in research, development, and technology generation. Recently, they have proven key contributors to regional development too. - Richard Florida

35. Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has. - Margaret Mead