It absolutely could.
I referred to funding. As far as I know, because I was also on the committee, there are still some funds. So the main reason isn't necessarily a lack of funds. As you mentioned, it's also a question of leadership.
That said, to be a leader, you need to have support. One person alone can't take care of everything. Yes, the Edmundston Region Chamber of Commerce could do that, if it had the support of its colleagues in the region.