Stats NZ figures confirm Canterbury's net migration has climbed year on year since 2018
Business Canterbury's Leeann Watson, says Christchurch could soon be an even more significant part of the New Zealand economy.
She says, the city is entering a new chapter - and if it can continue this momentum it will continue to grow even more.
A service will be held at the National Earthquake memorial, pausing for a minutes' silence at 12.51pm.