The Perfect Balance
Here in Burlington, you’ll find a City Hall that’s rolling out the red carpet for new and growing businesses. We’ll champion your business by providing strategic insights, assessing your business plan, and introducing you to industry leaders and potential investment partners. We’ll assist you with your site search, and with finding, hiring and training your team members. We’re there for on-the-spot collaboration and problem solving.
Here you’ll find yourself becoming part of a welcoming community, confident in the local government’s strategic plan for securing economic growth and prosperity. A community where countless parks, activities and attractions will inspire productivity and creativity in you, your employees, family members, and neighbours. A community you’ll be proud to call home.
The Best in the Halton Region
Maclean’s Magazine rated our city in the top 5 in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA)
Red Tape Red Carpet Taskforce
We’re eliminating barriers, making it easier for your business to locate or expand here.
Lower Taxes & Development Charges
Pay less on land that is priced considerably lower than nearby communities.
Attractive Business Incentives
Take advantage of redevelopment opportunities in areas already supported by transportation and other infrastructure networks.
Major Employers
Take a look at some of the successful businesses that made the decision to invest here.
Success Stories
Get to know the industry innovators and disruptors who call our city home.
Talent & Workforce
4.5 million workers within commuting distance of Halton Region means you’ll have an exceptionally strong labour force from which to source talent from.
Education & Training
When it comes to specialized help for your business, we’re one of the most educated cities in the region, with 76% of the population (aged 25 – 64) having received a post-secondary education.
Location
We’re conveniently located at the centre of major highway, rail, air and water routes, providing access to approximately 130 million people within an 800-kilometre radius.
Rated The Best of the Halton Region
95% of residents rate their quality of life as “Good” or “Excellent”
4.5 Million people within commuting distance
127 parks in the city