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Across Canada, many small towns and rural communities are struggling with population stagnation and decline. Not only is Canada’s population ageing, but there are also other fundamental demographic trends at play. In fact, death rates will soon outpace birth rates, thereby contributing to a negative rate of natural increase. In the not too distant future, immigration will be the sole source of population growth in Canada. This is a critical issue for many rural communities,