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Greetings from the Host City<\/h3>\n

Kuusamo serves as the host city of Ruka Nordic \u2014 a vibrant northern hub where the spirit of sport, community, and stunning nature come together.<\/p>\n

While Kuusamo is known for Ruka\u2019s world-class events, the city offers much more beyond the competitions. Just a 20-minute drive from Ruka, Kuusamo\u2019s warm and welcoming town centre invites you to explore its caf\u00e9s, praised second-hand shops, local products, and northern hospitality.<\/p>\n

Kuusamo\u2019s position at the crossroads of southern, northern, and eastern nature creates unique natural conditions, home to an exceptionally diverse range of species not found elsewhere in Finland. Oulanka National Park, crystal-clear lakes, and rolling fells make the region one of the gems of Finnish nature tourism.<\/p>\n

The city is also a place of growth and opportunity: nearly \u20ac100 million worth of investments are underway, and Kuusamo offers a wide range of employment and entrepreneurship prospects. Through Business Kuusamo\u2019s entrepreneur community and free remote-work spaces, you\u2019ll get direct access to the area\u2019s business life.<\/p>\n

Job seekers will find extensive opportunities in tourism, social and health services, as well as the forest and wood industries. The employment service point Kieppi<\/em> provides a gateway to local workplaces and everyday life \u2014 perhaps even to a new home. Kieppi also offers support for settling into the region.<\/p>\n

Kuusamo also provides diverse education options. Kuusamo Campus<\/em> brings together the area\u2019s broad learning opportunities, from vocational education and liberal adult education all the way to higher-education studies. Whether you\u2019re starting a new career, strengthening your skills, or looking for a new direction in life, Kuusamo Campus offers a path toward your goals.<\/p>\n

Welcome to experience the call of Kuusamo! Join Carola Niemel\u00e4 and explore Kuusamo on the city\u2019s YouTube channel:
https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=VVkJs3CRnkk<\/a><\/p>\n

Read more:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Kuusamo City: www.kuusamo.fi<\/a>
Jobs and Housing: www.koillismaa.com\/kuusamo<\/a> and www.kieppikuusamo.fi<\/a>
Education and Studies: https:\/\/www.kuusamo.fi\/kasvatus-ja-koulutus\/kuusamokampus\/<\/a>
Investments and Entrepreneurship: www.investinkuusamo.fi<\/a> and www.naturpolis.fi<\/a>
Tourism: www.ruka.fi<\/a><\/p>\n

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