In town for RIM's first day of operations in Halifax, Balsillie expressed a special interest in taking time out to talk to students. His remarks at pilipiliÂþ» focused on the company's plans to become a major employer in our community, and the need to concentrate businesses' efforts and attention on customers and employees.
Research in Motion plans to hire 1,250 people with an average salary of between $45,000 to $48,000.