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The growth and change of the community has continued. The pull-out of the airbase in 1971 led to some tough times, but growth in other industries (e.g. a whisky distillery), tourism, and as a retirement and vacation community have helped the community to continue to grow.

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The growth and change of the community of Gimli is intimately tied to its economy, education system and cultural and community life. These chapters further detail the community.