Expert predicts population growth of almost 10K by 2036

An expert with more than four decades of experience assessing economic and demographic potential across Canada and the United States says Sault Ste. Marie will grow in the years to come.
Tom McCormick, a senior forecasting specialist, will tell city council Monday that by 2036 the city’s population will increase by about 9,900 people and that will require 4,000 new dwelling units.
Based on the study, more than 262 acres of land will be needed to accommodate more residential structures, 848