Kainuun Etu Ltd and Regional Council of Kainuu have been leading an Interreg Europe project called BRIDGES, that has...
Regional Council of Kainuu
Kainuu region consists of 8 municipalities. The size of our region is comparable to Belgium, but the population density only as much as 3,6 inhabitants per km2. Our distance from the Finnish capital Helsinki is 568 km, and approximately 2 000 km from Brussels. Distance from Saint Petersburg, however, is about 500 km.
The Regional Council of Kainuu is here to promote the vitality and sustainable development of Kainuu region and the well-being of its inhabitants.
Regional Council of Kainuu is responsible for the general development of the region and the regional land use planning. Our organisation promotes the livelihoods of Kainuu region through its role as the funding authority for EU programmes.
Co-operation within in the region, on national and international levels is important for us.
Kainuu is full of opportunities and we want to be your development partner. Please don’t hesitate to contact us in case you see any possibilities for cooperation!
If you can’t find what you’re looking for on our site, please tell us and we’ll try our best to improve the situation. We are here for you!
Kainuu region is a Northern combination of vitality, peace of nature, state-of-the-art technology and smooth everyday life. New know-how and business are currently emerging especially around the wood industry, ICT, tourism, bioeconomy, circular economy and the creative industries. Kainuu’s economic growth and the well-being of its residents are supported by the sustainable use of natural resources and smart technologies.
In the future, Kainuu needs a wide range of new experts. Whether you are looking for a job or new business opportunities for your company. come and create your own dream in Kainuu, the center of Finland!
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