Chatham Economy

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Economy

The municipality of Chatham is mainly rural and agricultural, with industry in the larger urban areas. Chatham-Kent has an increasingly diverse economy, with a base in the agricultural and automotive sectors. The municipality and senior levels of government are keen to promote continuing diversification. Other area industries include Olsen, a division of ERC International, designs and produces oil and gas fired furnaces in Wallaceburg. As of 2007, Olsen is the only remaining Canadian manufacturer of gas furnaces that are classified as high efficiency.