We don’t come from the east or the west. We come from the place where everything comes together.
Whereas students came here over a hundred years ago to learn the clearest pronunciation of Finnish, people now come to Central Finland to find a humane environment where they can build a safe and balanced future.
Even as times change, our love for the power of words remains. Central Finland’s heritage flows from the national romantic verses inspired by the the waters of Lake Päijänne and wildwoods of Keuruu, continuing its journey to the present day in the rap rhymes emerging from Kortepohja.
We offer more than just beautiful lake scenery. Our region combines pristine nature and vibrant countryside with future-oriented technology and higher education. Our expertise is both traditional and modern – whether our skills lie in forest fibres or the latest in digital security.
For us, culture means more than just learning from books. It all starts with love for your neighbor. It doesn’t depend on your level of education, nationality, or political views. Here, cultural awareness comes from the heart and is evident in everyday actions – whether it’s volunteer-run festivals, the vibrant student culture at universities, or local businesses pulling together.
We know that the best bits in life can be found somewhere at the centre of a meaningful career and a healthy work-life balance. That sweet spot is here.
The Central Finland information website provides information about the region’s development and future work.
Welcome to follow the progress of our joint climate and nature journey and to participate in achieving this important goal!
The Regional Council of Central Finland is concerned with developing the region and ensuring its vitality. The goal is that Central Finland remains an attractive place to live and visit with fulfilling jobs and livelihoods, a pleasant living environment, good services and transport infrastructure, a vibrant culture, and a clean, diverse natural environment.
keskisuomi.fi brings together the best of the region, guiding you directly to the right services, municipalities, and networks. The website is shared by the entire province and is constantly evolving. It is developed in collaboration with municipalities, companies, communities, residents, and visitors, including you. Feel free to send us your feedback and ideas for improvement!
The Central Finland website was created as part of the Keski-Suomen brändi käyttöön! project, funded by the Central Finland Development Fund. The project was coordinated by the Regional Council of Central Finland, with co-funding provided by the Central Finland Chamber of Commerce, the Federation of Finnish Enterprises in Central Finland, JAMK University of Applied Sciences and the University of Jyväskylä.