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The Irish Loop Region (Zone 20) is one of Newfoundland and Labrador's 20 economic development zones. It is located in the southeast part of the Avalon Peninsula, extending from Bay Bulls to the community of Riverhead, St. Mary's Bay. Within the Irish Loop boundaries are 19 communities: Aquaforte, Bauline, Bay Bulls, Calvert, Cape Broyle, Renews - Cappahayden, Fermeuse, Ferryland, Gaskiers - Point La Haye, Mobile, St. Vincent's - St. Stephen's - Peter's River, Portugal Cove South, Riverhead, St. Mary's, St. Michael's - Burnt Cove - Bauline East, St. Shott's, Tors Cove, Trepassey and Witless Bay. Bay Bulls is about 15 minutes drive from St. John's.

For regional information on:

• Demographic / Population
  1. Census population (1996, 2001, 2006)
  2. Age and gender (2006)
  3. Population projections (1986 - 2025)
• Labour Market
  1. Labour force characteristics, unadjusted, by province (monthly)
  2. Labour market profile (2006)
  3. Worker type and occupation (2006)
  4. Weeks worked by industry (2006)
• Education
  1. Highest level of schooling (2006)

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Quick Facts
	Total population 8,410 (2006 census)
	Average family income $65,900 (4th in the province)
	Personal income per capita $20,900 (6th in the province)
	Employment rate 78.6% ages 18 to 64 (9th in the province)
	Number of registered business: 262 (2006 census)
	Major sectors: fisheries, tourism, marine, manufacturing/ processing and retail/service
	Accessibilities: road, air, sea (2 major ports)
	Telecommunications :  93% access to high speed internet
	Attractions: archeological settlement, lighthouses, famous trail, largest caribou herd and a number of coastline attractions
	Tax rates are comparatively low
	Home ownership: 92.7%  homes owned (highest in the province (2006 census)

Zone 20 has 9 important economic sectors that generate regional employment and wealth in the region, such as:

1. Fisheries
2. Tourism
3. Marine-related industries
4. Manufacturing/processing
5. Retail/Service
6. Energy
7. Agriculture
8. Crafts
9. Technology

• Trade and Business
  1. Number of business (2006)
  2. Industry (2006)
  3. Employment size (2006)
• Income
  1. Income summary (2001-2006)
  2. Owners and renters (2006)
• Regional Infrastructure (map)
• Community Characteristics: Tax Rates, Utilities & Distance

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