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The Cypress Hills Regional Economic Development Authority (REDA) is working with Grade 11 students at Maple Creek Composite High School to let them know that there are many career options for them in the Southwest after graduation. The intent is to introduce the students to the pros and cons of being their own boss, and all of the things involved in being self-employed.

Maple Creek had a record year for development in 2007. There were 41 building permits issued, worth $2,729,619, more than double the 16 permits issued in 2006 valued at $583,720. Ten of the 41 permits issued in 2007 were commercial developments valued at $857,330.