Census The Edmundston region, including the Town of Grand Falls, is not only a major business and service center in the Upper Saint John River Valley, but is also known for the best forestry productivity in New Brunswick .
Local companies export wood products all over the world.
Agriculture is another mainstay of the economy with several international and even global companies involved in the agriculture and Food Processing sector of the region. The region also features a highly diversified and very dynamic manufacturing and textile and apparel sector . The region borders the United States and the Province of Quebec. Edmundston is home to the Atlantic Center of Excellence in Tourism. Right in the heart of the city, there is a splendid 18-hole golf course known for the quality of its greens and fairways.